Aws Engineer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
AWS Engineer roles qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa, requiring a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a related field. U.S. employers filing a Labor Condition Application must certify the prevailing wage for your specific metro area, and cloud infrastructure demand keeps sponsorship filings consistently active across technology, finance, and healthcare sectors. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
Find Aws Engineer JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 648+ Aws Engineer jobs
See all 648+ Aws Engineer Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Aws Engineer roles.
Get Access To All Jobs10534 - Sr. AWS Network Security Engineer
Irvine, CA 92614 (5 days on-site)
Company Overview
Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA) is the dynamic IT powerhouse behind Hyundai Motor Corporation, a Fortune 500 global leader in the automotive industry. As a key affiliate, we provide cutting-edge IT services and support to top brands including Kia, Genesis, Hyundai Translead, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Capital, and Glovis.
HAEA offers a truly global and collaborative environment. Here, you’ll drive innovation, boost operational efficiency, and help shape the future of mobility for the Hyundai Motor Group.
At HAEA, we understand that IT is the cornerstone of today’s fast-evolving digital world. By uniting all IT resources under one roof, we deliver consistent, top-quality solutions while serving as the crucial information link between Hyundai’s Global Headquarters and North American operations.
If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make a real impact at a world-class company, Hyundai AutoEver America is the place to grow your career. Join us and be part of the transformation that’s driving the future of automotive innovation.
Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Sr. AWS Network Security Engineer to design, secure, operate, and troubleshoot enterprise cloud and hybrid networks spanning AWS, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), data centers, and remote sites. This role owns AWS networking and security, supports OCI and Oracle Exadata connectivity, and resolves complex cross-cloud and on-premises issues in partnership with Network, Cloud, Security, Database, Infrastructure, and Application teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, operate, and troubleshoot AWS VPCs, subnets, route tables, Transit Gateway, internet/NAT gateways, Security Groups, and NACLs across multi-account environments.
- Manage routing, segmentation, enterprise/cloud firewalls, NAT, security zones, and resilient traffic flows.
- Support AWS Direct Connect, Site-to-Site VPN, BGP, hybrid connectivity, remote sites, failover, migrations, and cutovers.
- Configure and troubleshoot OCI VCNs, routing, gateways, security controls, DNS, AWS/OCI connectivity, and Oracle Exadata integrations.
- Manage Route 53, public/private hosted zones, and hybrid DNS resolution across AWS, OCI, on-premises, and remote environments.
- Lead advanced incident troubleshooting and root cause analysis across cloud, firewalls, routing, DNS, applications, and data centers.
- Partner with Cybersecurity on hardening, vulnerability remediation, logging, monitoring, compliance, and incident investigations.
- Maintain network diagrams, standards, runbooks, and architecture documentation; identify automation and standardization opportunities.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
- 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
- Strong hands-on AWS networking and network-security experience, including VPC architecture, Transit Gateway, advanced routing, Security Groups, and NACLs.
- Experience with Direct Connect, Site-to-Site VPN, BGP, TCP/IP, enterprise firewalls, NAT, segmentation, Route 53, and DNS.
- Working knowledge of OCI networking, AWS-to-OCI integration, Oracle Exadata connectivity, and hybrid/multi-cloud architectures.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex end-to-end connectivity and security issues and perform root cause analysis during high-severity incidents.
- Strong documentation, architecture, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Large enterprise, multi-account, multi-VPC AWS environments and interconnected AWS/OCI environments.
- Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, Check Point, AWS Network Firewall, SD-WAN, or comparable technologies.
- Network automation and Infrastructure as Code, including Terraform or similar tools.
- Cloud network monitoring, high availability, disaster recovery, cloud migration, or data-center transformation experience.
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Advanced Networking, AWS Security, AWS Solutions Architect, OCI, CCNP/CCIE, or firewall/security certifications.
Role Profile
This is a senior hands-on engineering role. The successful candidate will move fluidly among architecture, implementation, security, operations, and troubleshooting while independently owning complex connectivity issues across AWS, OCI, Exadata, firewalls, on-premises infrastructure, and remote sites.
Salary Range
The target salary range for this role is between $135,000-150,000.
In addition to a competitive salary, this position offers comprehensive medical/dental coverage, generous PTO, education assistance, and annual merit increase eligibility.
Team Culture
Our team values technology, agility, teamwork, continuous growth, and an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are welcome.
Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
10534 - Sr. AWS Network Security Engineer
Irvine, CA 92614 (5 days on-site)
Company Overview
Hyundai AutoEver America (HAEA) is the dynamic IT powerhouse behind Hyundai Motor Corporation, a Fortune 500 global leader in the automotive industry. As a key affiliate, we provide cutting-edge IT services and support to top brands including Kia, Genesis, Hyundai Translead, Hyundai Mobis, Hyundai Capital, and Glovis.
HAEA offers a truly global and collaborative environment. Here, you’ll drive innovation, boost operational efficiency, and help shape the future of mobility for the Hyundai Motor Group.
At HAEA, we understand that IT is the cornerstone of today’s fast-evolving digital world. By uniting all IT resources under one roof, we deliver consistent, top-quality solutions while serving as the crucial information link between Hyundai’s Global Headquarters and North American operations.
If you’re passionate about technology and eager to make a real impact at a world-class company, Hyundai AutoEver America is the place to grow your career. Join us and be part of the transformation that’s driving the future of automotive innovation.
Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Sr. AWS Network Security Engineer to design, secure, operate, and troubleshoot enterprise cloud and hybrid networks spanning AWS, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), data centers, and remote sites. This role owns AWS networking and security, supports OCI and Oracle Exadata connectivity, and resolves complex cross-cloud and on-premises issues in partnership with Network, Cloud, Security, Database, Infrastructure, and Application teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, operate, and troubleshoot AWS VPCs, subnets, route tables, Transit Gateway, internet/NAT gateways, Security Groups, and NACLs across multi-account environments.
- Manage routing, segmentation, enterprise/cloud firewalls, NAT, security zones, and resilient traffic flows.
- Support AWS Direct Connect, Site-to-Site VPN, BGP, hybrid connectivity, remote sites, failover, migrations, and cutovers.
- Configure and troubleshoot OCI VCNs, routing, gateways, security controls, DNS, AWS/OCI connectivity, and Oracle Exadata integrations.
- Manage Route 53, public/private hosted zones, and hybrid DNS resolution across AWS, OCI, on-premises, and remote environments.
- Lead advanced incident troubleshooting and root cause analysis across cloud, firewalls, routing, DNS, applications, and data centers.
- Partner with Cybersecurity on hardening, vulnerability remediation, logging, monitoring, compliance, and incident investigations.
- Maintain network diagrams, standards, runbooks, and architecture documentation; identify automation and standardization opportunities.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience.
- 5-7 years of relevant work experience.
- Strong hands-on AWS networking and network-security experience, including VPC architecture, Transit Gateway, advanced routing, Security Groups, and NACLs.
- Experience with Direct Connect, Site-to-Site VPN, BGP, TCP/IP, enterprise firewalls, NAT, segmentation, Route 53, and DNS.
- Working knowledge of OCI networking, AWS-to-OCI integration, Oracle Exadata connectivity, and hybrid/multi-cloud architectures.
- Proven ability to troubleshoot complex end-to-end connectivity and security issues and perform root cause analysis during high-severity incidents.
- Strong documentation, architecture, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Large enterprise, multi-account, multi-VPC AWS environments and interconnected AWS/OCI environments.
- Palo Alto, Fortinet, Cisco, Check Point, AWS Network Firewall, SD-WAN, or comparable technologies.
- Network automation and Infrastructure as Code, including Terraform or similar tools.
- Cloud network monitoring, high availability, disaster recovery, cloud migration, or data-center transformation experience.
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Advanced Networking, AWS Security, AWS Solutions Architect, OCI, CCNP/CCIE, or firewall/security certifications.
Role Profile
This is a senior hands-on engineering role. The successful candidate will move fluidly among architecture, implementation, security, operations, and troubleshooting while independently owning complex connectivity issues across AWS, OCI, Exadata, firewalls, on-premises infrastructure, and remote sites.
Salary Range
The target salary range for this role is between $135,000-150,000.
In addition to a competitive salary, this position offers comprehensive medical/dental coverage, generous PTO, education assistance, and annual merit increase eligibility.
Team Culture
Our team values technology, agility, teamwork, continuous growth, and an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives are welcome.
Our Company adheres to the equal employment opportunity guidelines set forth by federal, state and local laws. The information requested on this form is sought in good faith and will not be used to discriminate against the applicant based on race, religion or creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic characteristics, marital status, sex or gender (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, or related circumstances), gender identity, gender expression, age, citizenship, sexual orientation, family care or medical leave status, military and veteran status, political affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state and local laws.
See all 648+ Aws Engineer Jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Aws Engineer roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Aws Engineer
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
USCIS evaluates whether your degree directly relates to AWS engineering duties. A computer science or information systems degree maps cleanly, but an unrelated degree paired with AWS certifications like Solutions Architect or DevOps Engineer can strengthen your specialty occupation case considerably.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
Your employer's LCA must certify a wage at or above the DOL prevailing wage for your job title and metro area. Pulling the OFLC Wage Search data yourself before an offer lets you confirm the number your employer is legally required to meet.
Target employers with active cloud infrastructure teams
Companies running multi-account AWS environments, platform engineering practices, or cloud migration programs sponsor more consistently than those treating AWS as a minor workload. Use Migrate Mate to browse verified sponsoring employers filtered for cloud and infrastructure roles.
Distinguish your AWS scope in job applications
LCA job descriptions for AWS Engineers often specify services like EC2, RDS, or Lambda. Matching your resume's language to those specific services signals clear specialty occupation fit to both the hiring team and USCIS adjudicators reviewing the petition later.
Clarify H-1B portability rules before switching roles
If you're already in H-1B status, you can start with a new employer once the new petition is filed, with no waiting period required. Confirm your current employer has not initiated withdrawal before your new petition reaches USCIS, since timing affects continuity of status.
Verify degree equivalency early in the PERM process
If your employer pursues a green card through PERM labor certification for an EB-2 or EB-3 category, USCIS scrutinizes whether a foreign three-year degree meets the U.S. bachelor's standard. Getting a credential evaluation from a NACES-member organization before the process starts prevents delays.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does an AWS Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as computer science, information systems, or computer engineering. Roles that accept any degree, regardless of field, may face USCIS scrutiny. Job descriptions that specify cloud architecture, infrastructure automation, or systems design work generally satisfy the specialty occupation standard more clearly than broad IT generalist postings.
Which visa types are most commonly used to sponsor AWS Engineers?
H-1B is the primary path for most AWS Engineer candidates. Australians can use the E-3 visa, which requires an LCA but has no lottery and a separate annual cap that has never been exhausted. Chilean nationals have access to H-1B1 visa, and Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN visa if the role maps to a USMCA-listed profession. F-1 students can work via OPT or STEM OPT while pursuing H-1B sponsorship.
Where can I find employers who actively sponsor AWS Engineers?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship history for cloud and infrastructure roles, so you can browse companies that have filed for AWS Engineer positions without sifting through postings from employers unlikely to sponsor. Focusing on organizations with dedicated platform or cloud teams, rather than those treating AWS as a secondary tool, improves your chances of finding a genuine sponsorship path.
Does having AWS certifications help with the visa sponsorship process?
AWS certifications like Solutions Architect, SysOps Administrator, or DevOps Engineer don't substitute for a qualifying degree in USCIS's specialty occupation analysis, but they can support the case that the role requires specialized knowledge when your degree is in a field that doesn't directly map to cloud engineering. Some employers also use certifications as a job requirement in the LCA job description, which can reinforce the specialty occupation argument.
How does the H-1B annual cap and selection process affect AWS Engineer job seekers?
H-1B is subject to an annual cap of 65,000 regular slots plus 20,000 for holders of U.S. advanced degrees, with a selection process that USCIS runs each year. The rules governing selection have changed recently, so check USCIS for current mechanics. If you're not selected, options include E-3 visa if you're Australian, H-1B1 visa for Chilean or Singaporean nationals, TN if applicable, or cap-exempt employer pathways through qualifying nonprofits and universities.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Aws Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.