Principal Devops Engineer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Principal DevOps Engineers are strong H-1B visa and O-1 visa candidates. The role qualifies as a specialty occupation, and employers routinely sponsor both initial petitions and green card filings through the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based pathways. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
See All Principal Devops Engineer JobsOverview
Showing 5 of 1,092+ Principal Devops Engineer jobs
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
Have you applied for this role?
See all 1,092+ Principal Devops Engineer jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Principal Devops Engineer roles.
Get Access To All JobsJoin us at Entrust
At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.
Get to Know Us
Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’s the curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future.
Position Overview
The IFI Cloud Service includes a wide array of components including web services, application servers, and databases. The Principal Cloud DevOps Engineer will be responsible for deploying and maintaining the IFIaaS applications in Hybrid Cloud environments. Ultimately, the candidate will be responsible for the functional management of all the IFIaaS cloud environments, applications, networks, scoping projects, and the resolution of application and network issues. This role involves maintaining CI/CD pipelines, optimizing cloud and on-prem operations, and participating in a 24x7 on-call rotation to ensure high availability and performance.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support a fully on-premises infrastructure using VMware, NetApp, and modern automation tools to manage a highly distributed microservices environment.
- Expert in immutable infrastructure using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) to automate and manage secure, consistent, and scalable on-prem environments.
- Contribute, leading when assigned, the design and deployment of IFIaaS service initiatives.
- Ultimately responsible for IFIaaS application reliability, maintenance, and upgrades.
- Contribute to service operations center focusing on proactively analyzing data within toolset to ensure uptime and quality of service.
- Perform product evaluations and make product recommendations.
- Implement system enhancements (software) and automation opportunities to improve performance and reliability of the IFIaaS solution.
- Update Build Books, automation and create new templates as required.
- Manage activities with complete integrity and in accordance with the organization's policies, systems, practices, and programs.
- Provide escalation assistance as required to resolve any technology stack related issues that may arise.
- Perform incident analysis and problem resolution.
- Perform data analysis to measure quality of service and proper scalability of the system.
- Collaborating with network architects to design and implement functional company networks.
- Working with Networking CoE team to create and implement network security measures.
- Coaching and mentoring junior engineering staff.
- Conducting regular network performance tests.
- Scope Epics, User stories and support with weekly sprint planning.
- Dealing with escalated application support issues.
- Contribute to the operations support model to support requests and participate in a 24x7 on-call support rotation and off-hours maintenance windows as assigned.
- Other duties and project as required.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 8+ years of experience in IT deployments.
- Extensive experience working with enterprise level micro-services applications, including deployment and maintenance of the applications in distributed environments.
- Extensive hands-on experience of DevOps tooling (Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Octopus deploy, etc.), networks, network security, high-level managerial skills.
- Must be flexible to support a 24x7 on-call rotation and off-hours maintenance as needed.
- Ability to work onsite five days a week at one of Entrust’s designated office locations (Minneapolis, Ottawa, Colorado, or Dallas).
Where You Will Be:
This role is fully in-office, requiring five days a week onsite at one of Entrust’s offices in Minneapolis, Ottawa, Colorado, or Dallas, as specified in the job description. Entrust operates with a distributed workforce, and this position is aligned with our in-office product development teams.
About Entrust
Entrust keeps the world moving safely by enabling trusted identities, payments and data protection around the globe. Today more than ever, people demand seamless, secure experiences, whether they’re crossing borders, making a purchase, or accessing corporate networks. With our unmatched breadth of digital security and credential issuance solutions, it’s no wonder the world’s most entrusted organizations trust us.
Entrust Corporation is an EOE/AA/Veteran/People with Disabilities employer. Updated 9/14/2020
NO AGENCIES, NO RELOCATION
#ENT123
At Entrust, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer career journeys. Here is what you can expect when you join our team:
- Career Growth: Whether you’re a budding developer or a seasoned expert, we’re invested in your professional journey. With learning-forward initiatives and exciting challenges, your growth is our priority.
- Flexibility: Life is all about balance. Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or on-site, we offer flexible options that fit your lifestyle.
- Collaboration: Here, your voice matters. Our teams thrive on sharing ideas, brainstorming solutions, and working together to build a better tomorrow.
We believe in securing identities—but it doesn’t stop there. At Entrust, we’re passionate about valuing all identities. Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, and respect. From unconscious bias training for our leaders to global affinity groups that connect colleagues across the globe, we’re creating a community where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re excited by the prospect of innovating, growing your career, and collaborating in a dynamic environment, Entrust is the place for you. Join us in making a difference. Let’s build a more secure world—together. Apply today!
Compensation Range
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $134,939-$197,910 per year (in the primary posting location). Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, education, skills and experience. This position is also eligible for the company’s discretionary annual incentive plan.
In addition to your pay, Entrust offers eligible colleagues and their dependents comprehensive health and well-being programs which include medical, vision, dental, a generous 401(k) matching contribution, life and disability insurance, mental health coaching, virtual fitness programs, paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays, parental leave and education reimbursement. Please speak with the recruiter for more details. Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.
For US Roles, Or Where Applicable
Entrust is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer
For Canadian Roles, Or Where Applicable
Entrust values diversity and inclusion and we are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, and we strive to provide an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities.
If you require an accommodation, contact accessibility@entrust.com
Recruiter
Grace Rusingiza
Grace.Rusingiza@entrust.com
Join us at Entrust
At Entrust, we’re shaping the future of identity centric security solutions. From our comprehensive portfolio of solutions to our flexible, global workplace, we empower careers, foster collaboration, and build solutions that help keep the world moving safely.
Get to Know Us
Headquartered in Minnesota, Entrust is an industry leader in identity-centric security solutions, serving over 150 countries with cutting-edge, scalable technologies. But our secret weapon? Our people. It’s the curiosity, dedication, and innovation that drive our success and help us anticipate the future.
Position Overview
The IFI Cloud Service includes a wide array of components including web services, application servers, and databases. The Principal Cloud DevOps Engineer will be responsible for deploying and maintaining the IFIaaS applications in Hybrid Cloud environments. Ultimately, the candidate will be responsible for the functional management of all the IFIaaS cloud environments, applications, networks, scoping projects, and the resolution of application and network issues. This role involves maintaining CI/CD pipelines, optimizing cloud and on-prem operations, and participating in a 24x7 on-call rotation to ensure high availability and performance.
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and support a fully on-premises infrastructure using VMware, NetApp, and modern automation tools to manage a highly distributed microservices environment.
- Expert in immutable infrastructure using IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) to automate and manage secure, consistent, and scalable on-prem environments.
- Contribute, leading when assigned, the design and deployment of IFIaaS service initiatives.
- Ultimately responsible for IFIaaS application reliability, maintenance, and upgrades.
- Contribute to service operations center focusing on proactively analyzing data within toolset to ensure uptime and quality of service.
- Perform product evaluations and make product recommendations.
- Implement system enhancements (software) and automation opportunities to improve performance and reliability of the IFIaaS solution.
- Update Build Books, automation and create new templates as required.
- Manage activities with complete integrity and in accordance with the organization's policies, systems, practices, and programs.
- Provide escalation assistance as required to resolve any technology stack related issues that may arise.
- Perform incident analysis and problem resolution.
- Perform data analysis to measure quality of service and proper scalability of the system.
- Collaborating with network architects to design and implement functional company networks.
- Working with Networking CoE team to create and implement network security measures.
- Coaching and mentoring junior engineering staff.
- Conducting regular network performance tests.
- Scope Epics, User stories and support with weekly sprint planning.
- Dealing with escalated application support issues.
- Contribute to the operations support model to support requests and participate in a 24x7 on-call support rotation and off-hours maintenance windows as assigned.
- Other duties and project as required.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 8+ years of experience in IT deployments.
- Extensive experience working with enterprise level micro-services applications, including deployment and maintenance of the applications in distributed environments.
- Extensive hands-on experience of DevOps tooling (Ansible, Terraform, Jenkins, Octopus deploy, etc.), networks, network security, high-level managerial skills.
- Must be flexible to support a 24x7 on-call rotation and off-hours maintenance as needed.
- Ability to work onsite five days a week at one of Entrust’s designated office locations (Minneapolis, Ottawa, Colorado, or Dallas).
Where You Will Be:
This role is fully in-office, requiring five days a week onsite at one of Entrust’s offices in Minneapolis, Ottawa, Colorado, or Dallas, as specified in the job description. Entrust operates with a distributed workforce, and this position is aligned with our in-office product development teams.
About Entrust
Entrust keeps the world moving safely by enabling trusted identities, payments and data protection around the globe. Today more than ever, people demand seamless, secure experiences, whether they’re crossing borders, making a purchase, or accessing corporate networks. With our unmatched breadth of digital security and credential issuance solutions, it’s no wonder the world’s most entrusted organizations trust us.
Entrust Corporation is an EOE/AA/Veteran/People with Disabilities employer. Updated 9/14/2020
NO AGENCIES, NO RELOCATION
#ENT123
At Entrust, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer career journeys. Here is what you can expect when you join our team:
- Career Growth: Whether you’re a budding developer or a seasoned expert, we’re invested in your professional journey. With learning-forward initiatives and exciting challenges, your growth is our priority.
- Flexibility: Life is all about balance. Whether you’re remote, hybrid, or on-site, we offer flexible options that fit your lifestyle.
- Collaboration: Here, your voice matters. Our teams thrive on sharing ideas, brainstorming solutions, and working together to build a better tomorrow.
We believe in securing identities—but it doesn’t stop there. At Entrust, we’re passionate about valuing all identities. Our culture is built on diversity, inclusion, and respect. From unconscious bias training for our leaders to global affinity groups that connect colleagues across the globe, we’re creating a community where everyone is encouraged to be themselves.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you’re excited by the prospect of innovating, growing your career, and collaborating in a dynamic environment, Entrust is the place for you. Join us in making a difference. Let’s build a more secure world—together. Apply today!
Compensation Range
The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $134,939-$197,910 per year (in the primary posting location). Actual compensation will be determined based on geographic location, education, skills and experience. This position is also eligible for the company’s discretionary annual incentive plan.
In addition to your pay, Entrust offers eligible colleagues and their dependents comprehensive health and well-being programs which include medical, vision, dental, a generous 401(k) matching contribution, life and disability insurance, mental health coaching, virtual fitness programs, paid personal time off plus 12 paid holidays, parental leave and education reimbursement. Please speak with the recruiter for more details. Note: Benefit and Compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Entrust has the right to end, suspend or amend any of its plans at any time in whole or in part.
For US Roles, Or Where Applicable
Entrust is an EEO/AA/Disabled/Veterans Employer
For Canadian Roles, Or Where Applicable
Entrust values diversity and inclusion and we are committed to building a diverse workforce with wide perspectives and innovative ideas. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, and we strive to provide an accessible experience for candidates of all abilities.
If you require an accommodation, contact accessibility@entrust.com
Recruiter
Grace Rusingiza
Grace.Rusingiza@entrust.com
See all 1,092+ Principal Devops Engineer jobs
Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Principal Devops Engineer roles.
Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Principal Devops Engineer
Target companies with H-1B filing history
Large tech employers and cloud-native companies file H-1B petitions at high volumes. Use DOL LCA disclosure data to verify which companies have sponsored Principal DevOps or senior infrastructure roles in recent fiscal years before applying.
Lead with cloud architecture expertise
Sponsoring employers want to see ownership of Kubernetes, Terraform, or AWS infrastructure at scale. Quantify your impact in your resume, reduced deployment time, infrastructure cost savings, or uptime improvements make sponsorship easier to justify internally.
Clarify your degree field early
H-1B specialty occupation requires a directly related bachelor's degree. Computer Science, Software Engineering, and Information Systems qualify cleanly. A degree in an unrelated field may require a credential evaluation or a second review before the employer proceeds.
Understand the LCA before your offer letter
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application certifying your prevailing wage before submitting the H-1B petition. Knowing this timeline helps you set realistic start date expectations during negotiations without surprising your hiring manager.
Ask about green card sponsorship timelines upfront
Many Principal-level DevOps roles qualify for EB-2 National Interest Waiver or employer-sponsored EB-3. Asking about PERM intent during final-round interviews signals long-term commitment and helps you assess whether the employer is a realistic long-term immigration partner.
Browse sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate surfaces Principal DevOps Engineer roles from employers actively willing to sponsor visas. Filtering by sponsorship type saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering late in the process that a company won't sponsor your category.
Principal Devops Engineer jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.
Find Principal Devops Engineer JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does a Principal DevOps Engineer role qualify as an H-1B specialty occupation?
Yes. Principal DevOps Engineer consistently qualifies as a specialty occupation because the position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field. USCIS looks at whether the degree requirement is standard for the industry, at the principal level, it almost always is. Roles that blend infrastructure, architecture, and platform engineering have a strong approval track record.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a Principal DevOps Engineer?
A bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field is the standard requirement. Degrees in unrelated fields can still work if you have a credential evaluation showing equivalency and substantial relevant coursework. USCIS may issue a Request for Evidence if the degree-to-job connection isn't immediately obvious, so your employer's attorney should address this proactively in the petition.
Can I get an O-1A visa as a Principal DevOps Engineer?
It's possible but requires strong evidence of extraordinary ability. The O-1A standard is high, you'd need to demonstrate recognition beyond normal career progression, such as open-source contributions with significant adoption, speaking at major industry conferences, published technical work, or a leadership role in widely-used infrastructure projects. Principal-level seniority alone doesn't qualify, but engineers with a notable public profile in the DevOps or platform engineering space have succeeded with O-1A petitions.
How do I find Principal DevOps Engineer jobs that will actually sponsor my visa?
The most efficient approach is searching specifically within sponsorship-verified listings. Migrate Mate focuses exclusively on roles from employers willing to sponsor work visas, which removes the guesswork of applying broadly and discovering late in hiring that a company won't move forward. At the principal level, most mid-to-large tech employers and cloud infrastructure companies do sponsor, but confirming early in the process saves significant time.
Is employer-sponsored green card sponsorship realistic for Principal DevOps Engineers?
Yes, and it's more accessible than many candidates expect. Principal-level DevOps roles typically qualify for EB-2 sponsorship, and engineers with strong publication or open-source records may be viable EB-1B candidates. The main variable is your country of birth, Indian and Chinese nationals face multi-year backlogs in the EB-2 category due to per-country limits, while nationals from most other countries can move through the process in 18 to 36 months under normal conditions.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Principal Devops 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.
See which Principal Devops Engineer employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.
Search Principal Devops Engineer Jobs