TN Visa Software Development Engineer In Test Jobs
Software Development Engineer In Test roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category, covering test automation, QA engineering, and software validation work. Canadian citizens can apply at the border or a U.S. consulate with no cap; Mexican citizens go through consular processing with a limited annual allocation.
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Trade snowy winters for southern barbeque and sunshine! At Ozer Engineering, we take on the vital structural work that transforms aging homes and buildings. For 15 years, we’ve partnered with homeowners, realtors, and building owners to keep families safely rooted in their homes through historic rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and community-focused engineering. We are actively expanding and seeking a skilled foreign structural engineer ready to make a real community impact while helping us design the future of local co-op housing.
TN Visa & Relocation Support
Hassle-Free Processing: We provide a comprehensive TN Visa Support Letter so Canadian or Mexican citizens can secure visa approval directly at the border or consulate with zero H-1B lottery delays.
Licensure Pathway: You will work alongside our on-staff licensed Professional Engineer (PE) who seals plans, allowing you to hit the ground running while we support your NCEES credential evaluation and U.S. PE licensing process.
Memphis Market: A salary of $90,000–$100,000 USD in Memphis offers an incredible quality of life and home-buying power compared to major Canadian, other American, or Mexican metro markets. We do not have state income tax in Tennessee.
What You’ll Do
Turn site conditions into complete structural solutions across wood, masonry, steel, and concrete.
Develop structural drawings in Revit/CAD and produce calculations, details, and specifications.
Lead projects from initial client consult through completion, collaborating with property owners, architects, and contractors.
Perform hands-on field assessments, including inspecting historic foundations and navigating tight crawlspaces (down to 18 inches).
Mentor junior team members and help shape our firm’s long-term community housing initiatives.
What You’ll Bring
Education: A Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc., B.Eng., or Licenciatura) in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution (mandatory for TN status).
Experience: 3–8 years of structural engineering design experience (residential or small-to-midsize commercial preferred). P.Eng (Canada) or Cédula Profesional (Mexico) is needed.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in structural modeling, manual calculations, and CAD/Revit drafting.
Mindset: Strong client communication skills, field adaptability, creativity, and a commitment to affordable housing equity.
What We Offer
Salary: $90,000–$100,000 USD base + performance bonus eligibility at 90 days and annual profit-sharing.
Work-Life Balance: 40-hour work week with an option for a 4-day workweek (four 10-hour days) after your 90-day onboarding period.
Benefits: 3 weeks PTO, 8 paid federal holidays, 100% 401(k) match up to 3% (plus 50% match on the next 2%).
Perks: Company-paid travel expenses/mileage, company parking, and inspection tech (drones and robots).
Location: Downtown Memphis office within walking distance of the Mississippi River and Beale Street - hit the Riverwalk at lunch or a Grizzlies game after work!
Make an Impact Where It Matters —With Full TN Visa Support in Memphis, TN
Trade snowy winters for southern barbeque and sunshine! At Ozer Engineering, we take on the vital structural work that transforms aging homes and buildings. For 15 years, we’ve partnered with homeowners, realtors, and building owners to keep families safely rooted in their homes through historic rehabilitation, adaptive reuse, and community-focused engineering. We are actively expanding and seeking a skilled foreign structural engineer ready to make a real community impact while helping us design the future of local co-op housing.
TN Visa & Relocation Support
Hassle-Free Processing: We provide a comprehensive TN Visa Support Letter so Canadian or Mexican citizens can secure visa approval directly at the border or consulate with zero H-1B lottery delays.
Licensure Pathway: You will work alongside our on-staff licensed Professional Engineer (PE) who seals plans, allowing you to hit the ground running while we support your NCEES credential evaluation and U.S. PE licensing process.
Memphis Market: A salary of $90,000–$100,000 USD in Memphis offers an incredible quality of life and home-buying power compared to major Canadian, other American, or Mexican metro markets. We do not have state income tax in Tennessee.
What You’ll Do
Turn site conditions into complete structural solutions across wood, masonry, steel, and concrete.
Develop structural drawings in Revit/CAD and produce calculations, details, and specifications.
Lead projects from initial client consult through completion, collaborating with property owners, architects, and contractors.
Perform hands-on field assessments, including inspecting historic foundations and navigating tight crawlspaces (down to 18 inches).
Mentor junior team members and help shape our firm’s long-term community housing initiatives.
What You’ll Bring
Education: A Bachelor’s degree (B.Sc., B.Eng., or Licenciatura) in Civil or Structural Engineering from an accredited institution (mandatory for TN status).
Experience: 3–8 years of structural engineering design experience (residential or small-to-midsize commercial preferred). P.Eng (Canada) or Cédula Profesional (Mexico) is needed.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in structural modeling, manual calculations, and CAD/Revit drafting.
Mindset: Strong client communication skills, field adaptability, creativity, and a commitment to affordable housing equity.
What We Offer
Salary: $90,000–$100,000 USD base + performance bonus eligibility at 90 days and annual profit-sharing.
Work-Life Balance: 40-hour work week with an option for a 4-day workweek (four 10-hour days) after your 90-day onboarding period.
Benefits: 3 weeks PTO, 8 paid federal holidays, 100% 401(k) match up to 3% (plus 50% match on the next 2%).
Perks: Company-paid travel expenses/mileage, company parking, and inspection tech (drones and robots).
Location: Downtown Memphis office within walking distance of the Mississippi River and Beale Street - hit the Riverwalk at lunch or a Grizzlies game after work!
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Software Development Engineer In Test
Frame your credentials around systems analysis
TN visa eligibility for SDET roles depends on qualifying under the Computer Systems Analyst category. Gather documentation showing your degree is in computer science, engineering, or a directly related field, not just software testing experience.
Target employers experienced with visa sponsorship
Companies with recent visa sponsorship experience understand the work visa process and won't delay your start date over paperwork confusion. Filter your job search to organizations in tech, fintech, and enterprise software where test engineering teams are large enough to have immigration experience.
Get the offer letter language exactly right
CBP officers assess TN eligibility at the border based on the offer letter alone. Make sure yours specifies 'Computer Systems Analyst' as the TN category, describes test automation and system validation duties, and states your degree field and title explicitly.
Use Migrate Mate to find SDET roles with sponsorship
Searching broadly wastes time on employers who won't sponsor. Migrate Mate filters SDET and QA engineering jobs to those with active TN visa sponsorship, so you're only applying where your status is already viable.
Prepare for Canadian border entry with a complete packet
Canadian citizens can get TN status at a U.S. land port of entry or preclearance airport without a visa stamp. Bring your signed offer letter, degree certificate, transcripts, and a brief summary of how your SDET role maps to the Computer Systems Analyst definition.
Negotiate your start date around Mexican consular timelines
Mexican citizens must complete consular processing in Mexico, which adds scheduling lead time. Build at least four to six weeks into your offer negotiation to account for appointment availability and document preparation before your TN visa interview.
Software Development Engineer In Test TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Development Engineer In Test role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, SDET roles qualify under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category when the position involves designing, analyzing, and implementing software test systems rather than purely manual QA work. Your offer letter must describe duties like test automation architecture, system validation, and integration testing. A general 'software tester' title without systems analysis language can create problems at the border.
How does the TN visa compare to H-1B for SDET roles?
The TN visa has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start as soon as your employer issues the right offer letter and CBP approves your entry. H-1B visa requires surviving a random lottery with roughly a one-in-four selection rate, then waiting until October 1 to begin work. For SDET professionals who qualify under the Computer Systems Analyst category, TN is a faster and more predictable path.
What documents does my employer need to provide for TN sponsorship?
Your employer needs to provide a signed offer letter that specifies the TN visa category, your job title, a description of your SDET duties tied to systems analysis, your salary, and the duration of employment. Unlike H-1B, the employer does not file a petition with USCIS beforehand. The offer letter is your primary document, and CBP uses it to make the eligibility determination on the spot.
Where can I find SDET jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces SDET and QA engineering roles from employers with active TN visa sponsorship so you're not spending time applying to companies that won't support your immigration status. Filtering by sponsorship upfront cuts out the back-and-forth of discovering mid-process that an employer only supports H-1B or doesn't sponsor at all.
Can I switch SDET employers while on a TN visa?
Yes, but your TN status is tied to your current employer. If you accept a new SDET role, your new employer needs to issue a qualifying offer letter and you'll need to obtain a new TN authorization, either by entering at a U.S. port of entry as a Canadian or through a new consular appointment as a Mexican national. You cannot simply transfer your existing TN status the way you can with some other work visa categories.