Quality Assurance Consultant Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Quality Assurance Consultant roles qualify for H-1B visa and TN visa sponsorship when tied to a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field. Employers file a Labor Condition Application before sponsoring, and many QA-focused companies have active LCA filing histories you can verify before applying.
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The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
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Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
Designs and executes advanced testing strategies to ensure the highest quality of applications, system products, and projects. Leads quality assurance project initiatives that enhance testing methodologies, improve defect detection, and support the delivery of scalable, reliable technology solutions aligned with organizational goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
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Develops complex test plans using advanced testing methodologies to validate system functionality and compliance with technical specifications.
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Leads audits and testing activities to identify defects and ensure adherence to stringent quality standards.
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Collaborates with engineering and development teams to recommend and implement process improvements in quality assurance practices.
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Documents, communicates, and tracks test results and issues, ensuring timely resolution and stakeholder transparency.
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Provides expert technical guidance and mentorship to quality assurance teams and lower-level contributors.
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Reviews and enhances quality assurance frameworks, tools, and processes to drive continuous improvement.
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Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational quality standards.
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Leads cross-functional initiatives to integrate quality assurance best practices across the technology lifecycle.
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Influences organizational quality objectives and contributes to strategic planning for quality assurance functions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and work-related experience in quality assurance, software testing, or related technical field.
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Minimum of 10 years of experience in quality assurance or software testing roles.
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Proficiency with advanced testing methodologies, automated testing tools, defect tracking systems, and quality management frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications
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Professional certifications such as ISTQB Advanced Level, CSTE, or equivalent.
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Extensive experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
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Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and shift-left testing methodologies.
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Experience working in enterprise technology environments.
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Advanced training or education in software quality assurance, testing methodologies, or related disciplines.
The annual base salary for this position is $140000 - $170000.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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INTRODUCTION
The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to create a profile, which will let you see your application status and any communications. If you already have a profile with us, you can log in to check status.
Need Help?
If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Language Fluency: English (Required)
Work Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)
Please review the following job description:
Designs and executes advanced testing strategies to ensure the highest quality of applications, system products, and projects. Leads quality assurance project initiatives that enhance testing methodologies, improve defect detection, and support the delivery of scalable, reliable technology solutions aligned with organizational goals.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
-
Develops complex test plans using advanced testing methodologies to validate system functionality and compliance with technical specifications.
-
Leads audits and testing activities to identify defects and ensure adherence to stringent quality standards.
-
Collaborates with engineering and development teams to recommend and implement process improvements in quality assurance practices.
-
Documents, communicates, and tracks test results and issues, ensuring timely resolution and stakeholder transparency.
-
Provides expert technical guidance and mentorship to quality assurance teams and lower-level contributors.
-
Reviews and enhances quality assurance frameworks, tools, and processes to drive continuous improvement.
-
Ensures compliance with regulatory requirements and organizational quality standards.
-
Leads cross-functional initiatives to integrate quality assurance best practices across the technology lifecycle.
-
Influences organizational quality objectives and contributes to strategic planning for quality assurance functions.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
-
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education, training, and work-related experience in quality assurance, software testing, or related technical field.
-
Minimum of 10 years of experience in quality assurance or software testing roles.
-
Proficiency with advanced testing methodologies, automated testing tools, defect tracking systems, and quality management frameworks.
Preferred Qualifications
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Professional certifications such as ISTQB Advanced Level, CSTE, or equivalent.
-
Extensive experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines.
-
Familiarity with Agile, DevOps, and shift-left testing methodologies.
-
Experience working in enterprise technology environments.
-
Advanced training or education in software quality assurance, testing methodologies, or related disciplines.
The annual base salary for this position is $140000 - $170000.
General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.
Truist is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other classification protected by law. Truist is a Drug Free Workplace.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Quality Assurance Consultant
Frame your QA credentials around specialty occupation
USCIS requires your role to demand a specific bachelor's degree, not just any degree. Document how your QA work ties directly to engineering, computer science, or a related technical discipline to strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your petition.
Check employer LCA history before applying
Use Migrate Mate to search for employers with verified LCA filing history for QA and quality engineering roles. Prioritizing companies that have already sponsored similar positions cuts the time you spend chasing employers new to the sponsorship process.
Distinguish QA Consultant from general testing roles
Job titles matter at adjudication. Roles framed as 'software tester' or 'QA analyst' face more specialty occupation scrutiny than 'QA Consultant' or 'Quality Systems Engineer.' Confirm the employer's official job title on the offer letter matches the technical framing your degree supports.
Use OFLC Wage Search to anchor your prevailing wage tier
QA Consultant roles span multiple wage levels depending on seniority and duties. Run the OFLC Wage Search before negotiations so you know the Level I through Level IV range for your metro area. The LCA must certify at or above the prevailing wage for your specific level.
Verify degree equivalency for three-year bachelor's degrees
If you hold a three-year bachelor's degree, your employer's immigration counsel will need a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency before filing. Get this evaluation from a NACES-member service early so it doesn't delay your LCA or I-129 timeline.
Align your QA specialization with the O*NET profile
O*NET outlines the core tasks and required knowledge for Quality Control Analysts and similar roles. If your work concentrates on a narrower function like software quality, medical device compliance, or process auditing, make sure your resume and employer's job description reflect that specialization explicitly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Quality Assurance Consultant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B?
It can, but it isn't automatic. USCIS evaluates whether the specific duties require at least a bachelor's degree in a directly related field like engineering, computer science, or quality systems management. Generic QA roles that accept any degree face more scrutiny. Roles with technical specializations such as software quality, medical device compliance, or manufacturing process control tend to clear the specialty occupation bar more cleanly.
Which visas are most common for Quality Assurance Consultants seeking sponsorship?
H-1B is the most widely used path for QA Consultants, though it requires entering the annual lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals can pursue TN visa status under the USMCA as 'Engineers' if the QA role is engineering-based, bypassing the lottery entirely. Australian nationals may qualify for the E-3 visa if the role meets specialty occupation requirements. Each visa depends on the job duties and your specific degree field.
How do I find employers who actively sponsor QA Consultant roles?
Migrate Mate lists employers with verified sponsorship histories for quality assurance and related technical roles, so you can target companies that have already navigated the process rather than starting cold with HR. Filtering by role type and location helps you identify active sponsors in your metro area and industry segment.
Does my degree field matter for QA Consultant visa sponsorship?
Yes, and it's one of the most common sticking points. USCIS looks for a direct relationship between your degree and the job duties. Industrial engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, and quality systems degrees typically map well. A business or liberal arts degree, even combined with years of QA experience, can weaken the specialty occupation argument unless the employer's job description explicitly ties the duties to a technical discipline.
What happens to my status if my QA Consultant contract ends before the H-1B period expires?
If your employer terminates the H-1B before it expires, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsoring employer, change to another valid status, or leave the country. A new employer can file an H-1B transfer petition on your behalf, and you can start working once the petition is filed, not just after it's approved. Act within the grace period to avoid any gap in lawful status.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Quality Assurance Consultant 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.