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Staff Software Developer roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's Computer Systems Analyst category, which covers systems design, architecture, and software development work requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field. Canadian citizens can apply at the port of entry with no cap or lottery.
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Broadcom is a leading global company in infrastructure technology, data center networking, and security, with over years of innovation, collaboration, and engineering excellence. The company's origins can be traced back to the technical heritage of AT&T/Bell Labs, Lucent, and Hewlett-Packard/Agilent. Broadcom focuses on developing technologies that connect our world. With its extensive size, scope, and engineering talent, the company is well-positioned to lead the industry into the future. This is achieved through the combined capabilities of industry leaders such as Broadcom, LSI, Brocade, CA Technologies, Symantec's enterprise security business, and VMware.
ANSBU is a leader in distributed and gateway security. vDefend Distributed Firewall and ATP stops lateral movement with customizable network segmentation policies. Diagnose threats early with vDefend Firewall with Advanced Threat Prevention and gain complete visibility into all traffic. VMware vDefend Advanced Threat Prevention protects private cloud workloads from advanced attacks and ransomware with a high-fidelity multi-layer defense. Join our close-knit, fast-paced team that operates in an agile environment to solve critical challenges for our internal and external customers. We have an exciting opportunity for a Technical lead - Staff Software Quality Engineer. We are working from office culture. The position is located in Palo Alto, CA, USA.
Job Description
The team is responsible for delivering the highest-quality Security products. We seek a technology lead Software Quality Engineer to develop a test strategy and a test plan to automate the tests and release the product to the customer. Join our close-knit, fast-paced team that operates in an agile environment to solve critical challenges for our internal and external customers. This involves anticipating and addressing customer problems before they occur by creating thorough end-to-end test cases. We use advanced automation to set up test environments and run test cases. Our expertise covers testing various advanced security solutions for functionality, system, scale, and performance. In this role, the candidate will develop Python code into a sophisticated framework and develop tests, utilities, and tools. You’ll oversee the end-to-end portfolio of features for vDefend Distributed Firewall and ATP on an aggressive timeline.
Job Responsibilities
- Using an advanced testing strategy, create a comprehensive test plan addressing various aspects, including functional, system, scalability, performance, longevity, and churn. Formulate intricate test cases based on a distributed scale topology.
- Initiate the QE lifecycle by crafting a test plan, conducting tests, automating them, maintaining integration in CI/CD, identifying defects, reporting issues, and launching the feature within tight deadlines.
- Design, develop, and maintain scalable and robust tests using Python in the Pytest.
- Develop high-quality complex Python tests on a distributed system on a scale and in a private cloud.
- Be a strong advocate of Software Quality & regular follow-up with Developers to get defects in a resolved fix state.
- Coordinate with the test team and across the development, product management, SRE, and systems engineers to ensure a feature is tested from the functional, scale, system, and performance perspectives.
- Design complex distributed architectures, influence a peer group to adopt them, and then work with management to implement them.
- Mentor and guide junior engineers, promoting best practices in software testing, coding, defects, code review, and automation.
- Document architectures, procedures, and processes and contribute to improving the process.
Required skillsets
- Minimum 6 years of strong background in networking or security or cloud-based technologies.
- Minimum 6 years of strong programming skills in Python, YAML, Bash, and object-oriented programming.
- Minimum 4 Years of Virtualization experience in Installation, Configuration & Administration is required. Good understanding of IO subsystems and virtualization. (vSphere)
- Extensive knowledge and practical experience in firewall and security services, as well as in the networking TCP/IP stack, L2/L3, and WAN.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, ability to debug complex systems, and networking troubleshooting and debugging expertise.
- Working knowledge of REST APIs.
- Familiarity with Traffic simulator tools like Ixia Cyperf, TRex, and Iperf is preferred.
- Networking troubleshooting and debugging using tcpdump, Wireshark, traceroute, and route netstat.
- It's a bonus if you are familiar with virtualization, containerization, or cloud platforms like VMware, AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Education/Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Computer Science or equivalent and 8+ years of related experience or Master's degree in Engineering / Computer Science or equivalent and 6+ years of related experience.
Why Join Us?
- Work on cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic and innovative environment.
- Collaborate with a talented and passionate team.
- Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. is required
Compensation and Benefits
The annual base salary range for this position is USD 121,900.00 To USD 195,000.00
As a valued member of our team, you'll be eligible for a discretionary annual bonus and the opportunity to receive not only a competitive new hire equity grant, but also annual equity awards, connecting your success directly to the company's growth. All subject to relevant plan documents and award agreements.
Broadcom offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401(K) participation including company matching, Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), company paid holidays, paid sick leave and vacation time. The company follows all applicable laws for Paid Family Leave and other leaves of absence.
Broadcom is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. We will also consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records consistent with local law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Staff Software Developer
Align your credentials to the right TN category
Staff Software Developer roles must fit the Computer Systems Analyst TN visa category. Your degree must be in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. A general business or math degree alone will not satisfy CBP's specialty requirement for this job title.
Build a support letter that maps duties to TN criteria
Ask your employer to draft a support letter connecting your specific Staff Software Developer duties, such as system architecture, technical leadership, and software design, to the Computer Systems Analyst definition. Vague letters are the leading cause of CBP denials at the border.
Target employers who already file TN petitions regularly
Focus your search on companies with established TN and H-1B visa filing histories. These employers have HR and legal processes in place, which shortens the offer-to-start timeline. Use Migrate Mate to filter Staff Software Developer openings by employers with active visa sponsorship history.
Request a defined job title in your offer letter
Ensure your written offer uses a title that maps clearly to Computer Systems Analyst functions. A title like 'Staff Software Developer' is fine, but the letter must describe the role in terms of systems design and analysis. Generic titles such as 'Engineer' without qualifying language can trigger CBP questions.
Plan your Mexican TN timeline around consular capacity
Mexican nationals cannot seek TN admission at the port of entry and must schedule a consular interview. Book your appointment as soon as you have a signed offer letter, since wait times at U.S. consulates in Mexico vary significantly by city and season.
Prepare for CBP questions about dual-intent limitations
TN status does not permit dual intent, so CBP officers may ask about your immigration plans. Have a clear, truthful statement about your intent to work temporarily ready. Ongoing U.S. permanent residence applications can complicate TN admissions and should be discussed with an immigration attorney before your border crossing.
Staff Software Developer TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Staff Software Developer role qualify for TN visa sponsorship?
Yes, Staff Software Developer positions qualify under the TN visa's Computer Systems Analyst category, provided the role primarily involves systems design, architecture, and software analysis rather than purely manual coding tasks. Your employer's support letter must connect your specific duties to that category definition. CBP officers make the final determination at the port of entry for Canadian citizens, or at the consulate for Mexican nationals.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Staff Software Developer roles?
TN has no annual lottery and no cap for Canadian citizens, so you can start work as soon as CBP approves your application at the border. H-1B requires entering a lottery each spring with roughly a 25 percent selection rate. TN status renews indefinitely in three-year increments, but it does not permit dual intent, which matters if you plan to pursue a green card while working in the U.S.
Can I search for Staff Software Developer jobs that offer TN sponsorship on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN visa sponsorship. You can filter Staff Software Developer openings by employers who actively sponsor TN visas, which removes the uncertainty of approaching companies that may not understand or support the process.
What documents does my employer need to provide for my TN application as a software developer?
Your employer must provide a detailed support letter on company letterhead confirming your job title, a description of duties that aligns with the Computer Systems Analyst TN category, your anticipated start date, and your compensation terms. You bring that letter, your degree credentials, and your valid passport to the CBP port of entry if you're Canadian, or to your consular interview if you're Mexican.
What happens to my TN status if my employer is acquired or my role changes significantly?
A material change in employer, such as an acquisition that alters your legal employer of record, or a significant shift in job duties that moves away from systems analysis functions, can affect the validity of your TN status. Canadian citizens can seek a new TN admission at the port of entry with updated documentation. Mexican nationals should consult an immigration attorney before any role change to avoid a gap in authorized status.