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Development engineers are sponsored at Intel, Apple, Medtronic, Pfizer, Tesla, and hundreds of technology, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing companies for roles designing new products, developing processes, and advancing R&D programs that require electrical, mechanical, chemical, or biomedical engineering degrees. H-1B visa classification is automatic because development engineering is a core specialty occupation, and demand spans chip design at Intel and NVIDIA, drug formulation at Pfizer and Merck, product development at Apple and Tesla, and process development at Dow and BASF.
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AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles.
You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
At AWS, we are on a mission to build the next generation technology that will transform the way our Data Center Services Procurement teams operate to deliver to our ambitious build plan. As a System Development Engineer in Data Center Procurement Governance (DCPG), you will play a critical role in turning that vision into reality.
As a Systems Development Engineer, you will lead and drive global initiatives that empower the Data Center Sourcing and Procurement team (DCSP) to operate more efficiently and effectively. This includes creating and maintaining system integrations and enhancements; establishing mechanisms to enable teams to consistently deliver against defined standards globally; managing system standards and improvements for global internal and external users; auditing the team’s metrics to identify and address trends or issues; and supporting the introduction of new technology that enables greater efficiencies within the Procurement Lifecycle.
Key job responsibilities
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Software development and System design - design and develop high quality, maintainable and efficient solutions. Analyze complex business requirements to architect scalable, secure, and fault-tolerant systems. Identify and recommend optimal technologies and frameworks to ensure long-term reliability and performance.
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Automated Testing, Deployment - ensure comprehensiveness, end to end to ensure reliability and stability of deployed systems
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Develop and maintain ETL pipelines in Spark to transform and load metrics into the Data lake.
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Optimize SQL queries for fast, cost-efficient access by AI systems and Analytics.
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Collaborate and Knowledge Sharing - work cross functionally with product managers and other engineers, communicate technical concepts effectively, contribute to the team's knowledge base and documentation
You will operate effectively in an ambiguous environment and drives structure without constraining business objectives. You have a demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects and driving them to completion.
As this role will influence global team members, you are a highly collaborative player and able to influence without authority while also being able to work with significant autonomy.
To be successful, you must balance being analytical with getting things done, be a team player that is highly customer and improvement focused.
A day in the life
You'll drive technical initiatives across multiple time zones. Your responsibilities span troubleshooting system issues, executing development projects, and solving complex integration challenges. You'll own data pipeline projects, implement ETL workflows, and maintain production systems for procurement operations and GenAI projects. You'll apply CI/CD practices, infrastructure-as-code principles, and data visualization techniques to deliver strategic problem-solving and system optimization across the organization. You'll participate in design discussions, code reviews, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders. You'll work cross-functionally to help drive business decisions with your technical input.
About the team
Data Center Procurement Governance (DCPG) operates globally through five core programs. This role is part of the Systems Engineering & Analytics team, which defines the strategy and roadmap for procurement’s IT infrastructure. The team advises on future uses of technology including genAI application in procurement operations and manages the procurement platform for supplier onboarding and RFX. They manage projects to drive process improvements and efficiencies through automation, dashboards, data visualization, and systems integration.
Other global programs include: Amazon Customer Excellence System (ACES), Risk & Compliance, Supplier Risk, and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
- 3+ years of software development, or 3+ years of systems engineering experience
- Experience with one or more query language (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL, SparkSQL, Scala), data warehousing and building ETL pipelines
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience building services using AWS products
- Experience designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, we’re the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data centers and all of the servers, storage, networking, power, and cooling equipment that ensure our customers have continual access to the innovation they rely on. We work on the most challenging problems, with thousands of variables impacting the supply chain — and we’re looking for talented people who want to help. You’ll join a diverse team of software, hardware, and network engineers, supply chain specialists, security experts, operations managers, and other vital roles.
You’ll collaborate with people across AWS to help us deliver the highest standards for safety and security while providing seemingly infinite capacity at the lowest possible cost for our customers. And you’ll experience an inclusive culture that welcomes bold ideas and empowers you to own them to completion.
At AWS, we are on a mission to build the next generation technology that will transform the way our Data Center Services Procurement teams operate to deliver to our ambitious build plan. As a System Development Engineer in Data Center Procurement Governance (DCPG), you will play a critical role in turning that vision into reality.
As a Systems Development Engineer, you will lead and drive global initiatives that empower the Data Center Sourcing and Procurement team (DCSP) to operate more efficiently and effectively. This includes creating and maintaining system integrations and enhancements; establishing mechanisms to enable teams to consistently deliver against defined standards globally; managing system standards and improvements for global internal and external users; auditing the team’s metrics to identify and address trends or issues; and supporting the introduction of new technology that enables greater efficiencies within the Procurement Lifecycle.
Key job responsibilities
-
Software development and System design - design and develop high quality, maintainable and efficient solutions. Analyze complex business requirements to architect scalable, secure, and fault-tolerant systems. Identify and recommend optimal technologies and frameworks to ensure long-term reliability and performance.
-
Automated Testing, Deployment - ensure comprehensiveness, end to end to ensure reliability and stability of deployed systems
-
Develop and maintain ETL pipelines in Spark to transform and load metrics into the Data lake.
-
Optimize SQL queries for fast, cost-efficient access by AI systems and Analytics.
-
Collaborate and Knowledge Sharing - work cross functionally with product managers and other engineers, communicate technical concepts effectively, contribute to the team's knowledge base and documentation
You will operate effectively in an ambiguous environment and drives structure without constraining business objectives. You have a demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects and driving them to completion.
As this role will influence global team members, you are a highly collaborative player and able to influence without authority while also being able to work with significant autonomy.
To be successful, you must balance being analytical with getting things done, be a team player that is highly customer and improvement focused.
A day in the life
You'll drive technical initiatives across multiple time zones. Your responsibilities span troubleshooting system issues, executing development projects, and solving complex integration challenges. You'll own data pipeline projects, implement ETL workflows, and maintain production systems for procurement operations and GenAI projects. You'll apply CI/CD practices, infrastructure-as-code principles, and data visualization techniques to deliver strategic problem-solving and system optimization across the organization. You'll participate in design discussions, code reviews, and communicate with internal and external stakeholders. You'll work cross-functionally to help drive business decisions with your technical input.
About the team
Data Center Procurement Governance (DCPG) operates globally through five core programs. This role is part of the Systems Engineering & Analytics team, which defines the strategy and roadmap for procurement’s IT infrastructure. The team advises on future uses of technology including genAI application in procurement operations and manages the procurement platform for supplier onboarding and RFX. They manage projects to drive process improvements and efficiencies through automation, dashboards, data visualization, and systems integration.
Other global programs include: Amazon Customer Excellence System (ACES), Risk & Compliance, Supplier Risk, and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience programming with at least one modern language such as Python, Ruby, Golang, Java, C++, C#, Rust
- 3+ years of software development, or 3+ years of systems engineering experience
- Experience with one or more query language (e.g., SQL, PL/SQL, SparkSQL, Scala), data warehousing and building ETL pipelines
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience building services using AWS products
- Experience designing or architecting (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines build processes
- Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
LOCATION
USA, WA, Seattle - 129,200.00 - 174,800.00 USD annually
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Semiconductor Development Engineers Are in Critical Shortage
Intel, NVIDIA, AMD, Qualcomm, TSMC, and Broadcom sponsor for development engineers designing chips, developing process nodes, and characterizing new technologies. These roles pay $95,000 to $160,000 with equity and CHIPS Act investment driving aggressive hiring.
Medical Device Development Engineers Have Strong Sponsorship Pipelines
Medtronic, Stryker, Abbott, Boston Scientific, and Johnson & Johnson sponsor for engineers developing implantable devices, surgical instruments, and diagnostic equipment. Biomedical or mechanical engineering degrees make H-1B classification automatic.
Pharmaceutical Process Development Engineers Are Highly Valued
Pfizer, Merck, Amgen, AbbVie, and Genentech sponsor for development engineers optimizing drug formulation, biologics manufacturing, and analytical methods under FDA regulations. Chemical or biomedical engineering degrees combined with GMP knowledge create strong sponsorship arguments.
Consumer Electronics and EV Development Engineers Earn Premium Pay
Apple, Tesla, Google, Meta, and Rivian sponsor for hardware development engineers creating next-generation devices, battery systems, and autonomous platforms. These roles pay $110,000 to $190,000 with substantial equity compensation.
TN Engineer Provides Instant Access for USMCA Citizens
The Engineer category on the USMCA treaty list covers development engineering for Canadian and Mexican citizens with engineering degrees. Same-day border approval, no lottery, no cap, and three-year renewable terms.
L-1 Transfers From International R&D Centers Are Common
Intel, Apple, Medtronic, Pfizer, and Siemens operate R&D centers globally and transfer development engineers on L-1 from international labs. Build one year of documented design contributions and patent filings before requesting transfer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do companies sponsor H-1B visas for Development Engineers?
Yes, extensively. Development engineering requires engineering degrees by definition, making H-1B visa classification automatic. Semiconductor, pharmaceutical, medical device, and consumer electronics companies all sponsor at high volume.
How to find Development Engineer jobs with visa sponsorship?
Start by using Migrate Mate, a specialized platform that connects Development Engineers with visa-sponsoring employers. Focus your search on tech companies, automotive manufacturers, and aerospace firms that commonly sponsor H-1B, L-1 visa, and O-1 visas for engineering roles. These industries actively recruit international Development Engineers for product development, software engineering, and R&D positions across various specializations.
What is the typical salary for sponsored Development Engineer roles?
Development engineers earn $80,000 to $120,000 at mid-market companies. Semiconductor development engineers earn $95,000 to $165,000 with equity. Medical device engineers earn $85,000 to $140,000.
What qualifications strengthen a Development Engineer's sponsorship case?
An electrical, mechanical, chemical, or biomedical engineering degree is required. Patent filings and published research demonstrate innovation capability. Proficiency with CAD, simulation tools, and domain-specific platforms differentiates you from entry-level candidates.
Which industries sponsor Development Engineers most frequently?
Semiconductor companies have the most acute current demand due to CHIPS Act expansion. Medical device companies sponsor for product development across therapeutic areas. Pharmaceutical companies sponsor for process and formulation development.
What is the career progression for a sponsored Development Engineer?
The path moves from development engineer to senior engineer to principal engineer to engineering manager to director of R&D. Principal engineers earn $140,000 to $220,000. Directors of R&D earn $180,000 to $300,000.