Data Manager Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Data Manager roles attract H-1B visa sponsorship from employers in healthcare, finance, and tech, where managing data infrastructure requires a specific degree background. Most positions qualify as specialty occupations, making them straightforward to sponsor under both H-1B and O-1 visa pathways. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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GENERAL FUNCTION:
The data engineer designs and builds platforms, tools, and solutions that help the bank manage, secure, and generate value from its data. The person in this role creates scalable and reusable solutions for gathering, collecting, storing, processing, and serving data on both small and very large (i.e. Big Data) scales. These solutions can include on-premise and cloud-based data platforms, and solutions in any of the following domains ETL, business intelligence, analytics, persistence (relational, NoSQL, data lakes), search, messaging, data warehousing, stream processing, and machine learning.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for design, Development, and Support of data solutions, APIs, tools, and processes to enable rapid delivery of business capabilities.
- Work closely with IT application teams, Enterprise architecture, infrastructure, information security, and LOB stakeholders to translate business and technical strategies into data-driven solutions for the Bank.
- Act as a technical Expert addressing problems related to system and application design, performance, integration, security, etc.
- Conduct research and Development based on current trends and technologies related to the banking industry, data engineering and architecture, data security, and related topics.
- Work with developers to Build CI/CD pipelines, Self-service Build tools, and automated deployment processes.
- Evaluate software products and Provide documented recommendations as needed.
- Provide Support and troubleshooting for data platforms. Must be willing to Provide escalated on-call Support for complicated and/or critical incidents.
- Participate in the planning process for hardware and software.
- Plan and work on internal projects as needed, including legacy system replacement, Monitoring and analytics improvements, tool Development, and technical documentation.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring for other team members.
- Manage and prioritize multiple assignments.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be able to communicate ideas both verbally and in writing to management, business and IT sponsors, and technical resources in language that is appropriate for each group.
- Fundamental understanding of distributed computing principles.
- Knowledge of application and data security concepts, best practices, and common vulnerabilities.
- Conceptual understanding of one or more of the following disciplines preferred big data technologies and distributions, metadata management products, commercial ETL tools, Bi and reporting tools, messaging systems, data warehousing, Java (language and run time environment), major version control systems, continuous integration/delivery tools, infrastructure automation and virtualization tools, major cloud, or rest API design and development.
Data Engineer I
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION: Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Make banking a Fifth Third better®
We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank.
GENERAL FUNCTION:
The data engineer designs and builds platforms, tools, and solutions that help the bank manage, secure, and generate value from its data. The person in this role creates scalable and reusable solutions for gathering, collecting, storing, processing, and serving data on both small and very large (i.e. Big Data) scales. These solutions can include on-premise and cloud-based data platforms, and solutions in any of the following domains ETL, business intelligence, analytics, persistence (relational, NoSQL, data lakes), search, messaging, data warehousing, stream processing, and machine learning.
Responsible and accountable for risk by openly exchanging ideas and opinions, elevating concerns, and personally following policies and procedures as defined. Accountable for always doing the right thing for customers and colleagues, and ensures that actions and behaviors drive a positive customer experience. While operating within the Bank's risk appetite, achieves results by consistently identifying, assessing, managing, monitoring, and reporting risks of all types.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for design, Development, and Support of data solutions, APIs, tools, and processes to enable rapid delivery of business capabilities.
- Work closely with IT application teams, Enterprise architecture, infrastructure, information security, and LOB stakeholders to translate business and technical strategies into data-driven solutions for the Bank.
- Act as a technical Expert addressing problems related to system and application design, performance, integration, security, etc.
- Conduct research and Development based on current trends and technologies related to the banking industry, data engineering and architecture, data security, and related topics.
- Work with developers to Build CI/CD pipelines, Self-service Build tools, and automated deployment processes.
- Evaluate software products and Provide documented recommendations as needed.
- Provide Support and troubleshooting for data platforms. Must be willing to Provide escalated on-call Support for complicated and/or critical incidents.
- Participate in the planning process for hardware and software.
- Plan and work on internal projects as needed, including legacy system replacement, Monitoring and analytics improvements, tool Development, and technical documentation.
- Provide technical guidance and mentoring for other team members.
- Manage and prioritize multiple assignments.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be able to communicate ideas both verbally and in writing to management, business and IT sponsors, and technical resources in language that is appropriate for each group.
- Fundamental understanding of distributed computing principles.
- Knowledge of application and data security concepts, best practices, and common vulnerabilities.
- Conceptual understanding of one or more of the following disciplines preferred big data technologies and distributions, metadata management products, commercial ETL tools, Bi and reporting tools, messaging systems, data warehousing, Java (language and run time environment), major version control systems, continuous integration/delivery tools, infrastructure automation and virtualization tools, major cloud, or rest API design and development.
Data Engineer I
At Fifth Third, we understand the importance of recognizing our employees for the role they play in improving the lives of our customers, communities and each other. Our Total Rewards include comprehensive benefits and differentiated compensation offerings to give each employee the opportunity to be their best every day.
The base salary for this position is reflective of the range of salary levels for all roles within this pay grade across the U.S. Individual salaries within this range will vary based on factors such as role, relevant skillset, relevant experience, education and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, this role is eligible to participate in an incentive compensation plan, with any such payment based upon company, line of business and/or individual performance.
Our extensive benefits programs are designed to support the individual needs of our employees and their families, encompassing physical, financial, emotional and social well-being. You can learn more about those programs on our 53.com Careers page at: https://www.53.com/content/fifth-third/en/careers/benefits.html or by consulting with your talent acquisition partner.
LOCATION: Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
Attention search firms and staffing agencies: do not submit unsolicited resumes for this posting. Fifth Third does not accept resumes from any agency that does not have an active agreement with Fifth Third. Any unsolicited resumes – no matter how they are submitted – will be considered the property of Fifth Third and Fifth Third will not be responsible for any associated fee.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is proud to have an engaged and inclusive culture and to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity in all employment decisions regardless of race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military status, veteran status or any other legally protected status.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Data Manager
Lead with your degree-to-role alignment
Employers filing H-1B petitions must prove the role is a specialty occupation. A Data Manager with a degree in computer science, information systems, or statistics makes that case cleanly. Highlight your field of study prominently in every application.
Target industries with established sponsorship pipelines
Healthcare systems, financial institutions, and enterprise tech companies sponsor Data Managers consistently. These employers have existing immigration counsel and understand the LCA and H-1B filing process, which shortens timelines and reduces the chance of a first-time sponsorship refusal.
Clarify scope early in interviews
Data Manager titles vary widely. Some roles are purely operational; others involve architecture and governance. Roles with specialized technical scope, such as overseeing data pipelines or compliance frameworks, are easier to classify as specialty occupations for visa petition purposes.
Prepare documentation on your data systems expertise
USCIS scrutinizes H-1B petitions for roles where the degree requirement is not obvious. Having specific tools, certifications, or methodologies documented, such as SQL, Python, or data governance frameworks, strengthens the specialty occupation argument in your employer's petition.
Understand the LCA before your offer is finalized
Your employer files a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor before submitting your H-1B petition. The LCA certifies the role's prevailing wage tier. Knowing this step exists helps you set realistic timelines and confirm your employer is prepared to proceed.
O-1B is worth exploring if you have a strong portfolio
Data Managers with published research, conference presentations, or recognition for large-scale data projects may qualify for the O-1A visa. It has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a viable alternative if you miss the H-1B selection cycle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Data Manager role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Most Data Manager positions qualify, but the title alone isn't enough. USCIS evaluates whether the role normally requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field. Roles involving database architecture, data governance, or compliance frameworks qualify more cleanly than generalist coordination positions where any degree satisfies the requirement. Your employer's job description and internal classification matter significantly.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a Data Manager?
A bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, data science, statistics, or a closely related field is the standard baseline. Degrees in business or management are harder to use unless the role has a clear technical focus. If your degree is in an unrelated field, relevant experience and certifications can supplement it, but the petition becomes more complex and USCIS scrutiny increases.
How likely is H-1B approval for a Data Manager?
Approval rates for technology and data-related H-1B visa petitions run above 85% once selected in the lottery, according to USCIS data. The bigger hurdle is lottery selection itself, where roughly one in four registrations is chosen. If you miss the lottery, cap-exempt employers, including universities, nonprofit research organizations, and certain government contractors, can sponsor outside the annual cap.
How do I find employers who sponsor Data Manager roles?
Migrate Mate lists Data Manager positions from employers who have confirmed sponsorship willingness, which cuts out the guesswork of cold-applying and discovering late in the process that a company won't sponsor. Filtering by sponsorship availability is the most efficient way to focus your search, particularly if you're on OPT with a limited runway before your status requires resolution.
Can I switch employers on an H-1B as a Data Manager?
Yes. H-1B portability allows you to start working for a new employer once they file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, without waiting for approval. The new petition must establish that your new Data Manager role also qualifies as a specialty occupation. If the new role is significantly different in scope from the original petition, your employer's attorney may need to document the specialty occupation argument from scratch.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Data Manager 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.