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Staff Software Developer roles in the U.S. are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Research Scholar program category. A designated sponsor organization issues your DS-2019, while the tech employer serves as your host site. No lottery, no annual cap.
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The Mueller Lab at UCSF focuses its efforts on developing new therapies for children with brain tumors. The purpose of this Staff Research Associate (SRA) position is to engage in ongoing clinical and preclinical research in collaboration with UCSF and global colleagues in the field of pediatric neuro-oncology.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS in a related science and one or more years of recent, directly related work experience, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; and/or equivalent experience/training.
- Prior experience in molecular and cellular biology as well as training in commonly associated experimental protocols.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
N/A
ABOUT UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
PRIDE VALUES
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
SALARY INFORMATION
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
INTRODUCTION
The Mueller Lab at UCSF focuses its efforts on developing new therapies for children with brain tumors. The purpose of this Staff Research Associate (SRA) position is to engage in ongoing clinical and preclinical research in collaboration with UCSF and global colleagues in the field of pediatric neuro-oncology.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- BA/BS in a related science and one or more years of recent, directly related work experience, utilizing the techniques or methods required by the position; and/or equivalent experience/training.
- Prior experience in molecular and cellular biology as well as training in commonly associated experimental protocols.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
N/A
ABOUT UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
PRIDE VALUES
UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.
In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available here.
Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.
SALARY INFORMATION
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Staff Software Developer
Align your portfolio with trainee program criteria
The J-1 visa Trainee category requires a degree plus one year of related work experience, or five years of experience without a degree. Audit your resume against those thresholds before applying, since gaps here will stall your DS-2019 issuance.
Target employers experienced with training plans
J-1 Trainee placements require a DOL-compliant training plan that maps your software development goals to specific on-site activities. Employers who have hosted J-1 trainees before already understand this requirement and move faster through the host-approval stage.
Search for J-1 compatible roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Staff Software Developer openings at U.S. employers with documented sponsorship histories. Targeting companies already familiar with exchange visitor programs cuts your outreach time significantly.
Verify your role clears the specialty occupation standard
USCIS defines software development roles using O*NET classification codes. Confirm your prospective job description references a bachelor's-level discipline so your designated sponsor can accurately categorize the position on the DS-2019 and supporting training plan.
Clarify two-year home residency exposure early
Certain funding sources and countries of nationality trigger the J-1 two-year home residency requirement. Identify your exposure before accepting a host offer, because this restriction affects future H-1B visa or green card pathways and can't be resolved after DS-2019 issuance.
Request your training plan details in writing
Once a host employer commits, get the proposed training objectives, rotation schedule, and supervision structure documented before your designated sponsor submits paperwork. Mismatches between the offer and the training plan are a common cause of DS-2019 delays.
Staff Software Developer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Staff Software Developer role?
The Trainee category is the most common fit for software developers with a degree plus at least one year of professional experience. If your role is embedded in a university or research institution, the Research Scholar category may apply instead. Current students completing degree-linked practicums may qualify under the Intern category, which has stricter enrollment requirements.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a software developer role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT, not the tech company hiring you. The employer is your host site. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019, monitors your training plan compliance, and serves as your primary point of contact for SEVIS reporting throughout your program.
How do I find U.S. tech employers open to J-1 trainees?
Migrate Mate lets you search Staff Software Developer roles at employers with documented sponsorship histories, which narrows your outreach to companies already familiar with the host-approval process. Because the J-1 Trainee category requires a signed training plan from the host, targeting experienced host employers reduces the administrative back-and-forth before your DS-2019 can be issued.
Does the J-1 Trainee program have a duration limit for software roles?
Yes. The J-1 Trainee program caps participation at 18 months per host employer. Software development roles classified under information technology fields fall within this limit. Extensions beyond 18 months are not available under the Trainee category, so plan your program timeline and any transition to a different visa status well in advance of that deadline.
Can a J-1 Trainee in a software role work remotely for the host employer?
Remote or hybrid arrangements are a gray area under J-1 regulations. Your training plan must specify a physical host site address, and SEVIS records are tied to that location. If your host employer allows partial remote work, your designated sponsor must approve the arrangement and it needs to be reflected in the training plan to remain compliant with program requirements.