Full-stack Software Engineer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship

Full-stack software engineers are among the most consistently sponsored roles in the U.S. Employers routinely file H-1B visa, O-1, and L-1 petitions for qualified candidates. A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is typically required to establish specialty occupation status. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.

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Overview

Open Jobs2,693+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type60% On-site
Median Salary$151K
Top LocationSan Francisco, CA
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CVS Health
Full Stack Software Engineer
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Full Stack Software Engineer
CVS Health
Tallahassee, Florida
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$92,700/yr - $185,400/yr
On-Site
3+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Nexamp
Senior Full Stack Software Developer
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Senior Full Stack Software Developer
Nexamp
Boston, Massachusetts
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
$170,000 - $190,000/yr
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Master's

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Substack
Full Stack Software Engineer
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Full Stack Software Engineer
Substack
San Francisco, California
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$140,000/yr - $260,000/yr
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Stanford University
Full-Stack Software Developer
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Full-Stack Software Developer
Stanford University
Stanford, California
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$138,402/yr - $163,985/yr
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5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Citi
Full Stack Software Engineer
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Full Stack Software Engineer
Citi
Irving, Texas
Software Engineering
Full-stack Engineering
Backend Engineering
$107,120/yr - $160,680/yr
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4+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Tips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Full-stack Software Engineer

Target product companies over staffing firms

Product-based companies, those building their own software, sponsor H-1B visas far more reliably than staffing or consulting firms. Their petitions face less USCIS scrutiny because the employer-employee relationship and specialty occupation status are easier to establish.

Emphasize your full-stack depth, not breadth

Sponsors need to justify specialty occupation status to USCIS. Positioning yourself as deep in a specific stack, React and Node, for example, is more defensible than listing every framework you've touched. Specificity strengthens the petition.

Get your degree equivalency documented early

If your bachelor's degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation before applying. Three-year degrees from India or Australia may require work experience to establish equivalency. Having this ready speeds up employer decisions significantly.

Ask about cap-exempt employers

Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated organizations are exempt from the H-1B lottery. Full-stack roles exist at these employers. Missing the lottery doesn't eliminate your options if you target cap-exempt organizations strategically.

Treat the LCA as a sponsorship signal

When an employer says they sponsor visas, confirm they're willing to file a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor. Employers unfamiliar with the LCA process often underestimate sponsorship complexity. This question filters out unprepared sponsors quickly.

Browse Migrate Mate for verified sponsoring employers

Not every company that claims to sponsor actually has a track record of doing so. Migrate Mate surfaces roles from employers with documented H-1B filing history, so you spend time applying to companies that have sponsored engineers before.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does a full-stack software engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?

Full-stack software engineer roles generally qualify as specialty occupations, but the petition must show the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field, typically computer science, software engineering, or a related discipline. Generic job descriptions that accept any bachelor's degree can create problems. Employers should use precise job descriptions that tie the role's duties to a specific body of theoretical knowledge.

What visa types are commonly used to sponsor full-stack engineers?

H-1B is the most common pathway. L-1B is available if you're transferring within a multinational company with specialized knowledge of proprietary systems. O-1A applies if you have documented extraordinary ability, published research, significant open-source contributions, or industry awards. TN status covers Canadian and Mexican citizens with a computer science degree working in a qualifying software role. Each has different requirements and timelines.

Does my three-year computer science degree qualify me for H-1B sponsorship?

A three-year bachelor's degree from countries like India or Australia may qualify, but typically requires a credential evaluation to establish U.S. equivalency. USCIS generally accepts a three-year degree combined with relevant work experience as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. Get a formal evaluation from a recognized credential agency before you start applying, employers will ask for it before filing.

What approval rates should full-stack engineers expect for H-1B petitions?

USCIS approved approximately 96% of H-1B petitions for computer-related occupations in recent fiscal years, making it one of the higher-approval occupational categories. The bigger hurdle is lottery selection, where roughly one in four registrations are selected. If you're not selected in the lottery, cap-exempt employers and other visa categories remain viable alternatives. Browse Migrate Mate to find roles specifically from employers with strong sponsorship track records.

Can I switch employers on an H-1B as a full-stack engineer?

Yes. H-1B portability lets you start working for a new employer as soon as they file a new H-1B petition on your behalf, you don't need to wait for approval. The new employer must file before your current status expires. Because full-stack engineering roles are in high demand, most experienced engineers find the transfer process straightforward as long as both roles qualify as specialty occupations.

What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Full-stack Software 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.

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