Senior Backend Developer Jobs in USA with Visa Sponsorship
Senior Backend Developer roles are among the most consistently sponsored positions in tech. Employers filing H-1B visa and E-3 visa petitions regularly list backend engineering as a qualifying specialty occupation, and the cap-exempt employer pool, including universities and nonprofits, adds further options for candidates on OPT or needing faster timelines. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsWe’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Omnicare is a leading provider of pharmacy services to long-term care facilities nationwide, supporting skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and other institutional care settings. Following the sale of Omnicare by CVS Health, this role will support Omnicare and its continued operations as an independent, standalone organization. Candidates should be aware that this role will not remain within CVS Health following the transaction. The individual hired into this role will be employed by Omnicare and will contribute to shaping the future of our organization during this exciting period of growth and transformation.
Position Summary:
Looking for a career that rewards you? As a Back-End Pharmacy Technician with Omnicare, you will not only find rewarding work in your community, but a team focused on providing a supportive and innovative team environment for all members.
Day In The Life:
As a Back-End Pharmacy Technician, you will work to ensure all medication needs and regulatory standards are met for our patients. You will work in various workstations allowing you to grow your skillsets further. Our back-end team focuses on order fulfillment in our closed-door pharmacy setting, including packaging and dispensing of medication, reviewing delivery orders and bins for accuracy, and coordinating stock rotations. Additional tasks and responsibilities include:
- Rotating and working in various assigned pharmacy workstations including: Packaging, Staging, Returns, Receiving, Narcotics, IV, Ekit, Compounding, Omnicell Cycle Fill, Machine Packaging
- Receiving product deliveries, pull and stage product for distribution, rotate stock, and coordinate activities with drivers to ensure shipments are accurate and deliveries are timely
- Performing physical inventories of medication
The Team:
Omnicare, a CVS Health Company, provides care to those in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and chronic care settings. Although Omnicare pharmacies are not open to the public, you’ll work amongst great colleagues in a supportive environment aligned with the company’s mission, allowing our customers to focus on giving their patients the best care.
Required Qualifications:
- Certification/licensed/registered pharmacy technician or as required by state law
- One (1) or more years of experience as a pharmacy technician or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Skills/Experience, but not Required:
- Prior experience in the long-term care industry
- Prior experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
- PTCB National Certification
- Five (5) or more years of experience as a pharmacy technician or equivalent experience
Education:
- Verifiable High School Diploma or GED
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$16.00 - $28.84
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/15/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
We’re building a world of health around every individual — shaping a more connected, convenient and compassionate health experience. At CVS Health®, you’ll be surrounded by passionate colleagues who care deeply, innovate with purpose, hold ourselves accountable and prioritize safety and quality in everything we do. Join us and be part of something bigger – helping to simplify health care one person, one family and one community at a time.
Omnicare is a leading provider of pharmacy services to long-term care facilities nationwide, supporting skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and other institutional care settings. Following the sale of Omnicare by CVS Health, this role will support Omnicare and its continued operations as an independent, standalone organization. Candidates should be aware that this role will not remain within CVS Health following the transaction. The individual hired into this role will be employed by Omnicare and will contribute to shaping the future of our organization during this exciting period of growth and transformation.
Position Summary:
Looking for a career that rewards you? As a Back-End Pharmacy Technician with Omnicare, you will not only find rewarding work in your community, but a team focused on providing a supportive and innovative team environment for all members.
Day In The Life:
As a Back-End Pharmacy Technician, you will work to ensure all medication needs and regulatory standards are met for our patients. You will work in various workstations allowing you to grow your skillsets further. Our back-end team focuses on order fulfillment in our closed-door pharmacy setting, including packaging and dispensing of medication, reviewing delivery orders and bins for accuracy, and coordinating stock rotations. Additional tasks and responsibilities include:
- Rotating and working in various assigned pharmacy workstations including: Packaging, Staging, Returns, Receiving, Narcotics, IV, Ekit, Compounding, Omnicell Cycle Fill, Machine Packaging
- Receiving product deliveries, pull and stage product for distribution, rotate stock, and coordinate activities with drivers to ensure shipments are accurate and deliveries are timely
- Performing physical inventories of medication
The Team:
Omnicare, a CVS Health Company, provides care to those in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and chronic care settings. Although Omnicare pharmacies are not open to the public, you’ll work amongst great colleagues in a supportive environment aligned with the company’s mission, allowing our customers to focus on giving their patients the best care.
Required Qualifications:
- Certification/licensed/registered pharmacy technician or as required by state law
- One (1) or more years of experience as a pharmacy technician or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Additional Skills/Experience, but not Required:
- Prior experience in the long-term care industry
- Prior experience in a pharmacy, retail, medical, or customer service setting
- PTCB National Certification
- Five (5) or more years of experience as a pharmacy technician or equivalent experience
Education:
- Verifiable High School Diploma or GED
Anticipated Weekly Hours
40
Time Type
Full time
Pay Range
The typical pay range for this role is:
$16.00 - $28.84
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors.
Our people fuel our future. Our teams reflect the customers, patients, members and communities we serve and we are committed to fostering a workplace where every colleague feels valued and that they belong.
Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
Additional details about available benefits are provided during the application process and on Benefits Moments.
We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on: 10/15/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Backend Developer
Target companies with a proven H-1B filing history
Backend engineering is one of the most sponsored job categories. Focus on employers who have filed H-1B petitions in recent years. Consistent filing history is a stronger signal than a generic 'we sponsor visas' line in a job posting.
Confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
USCIS requires that the position normally require a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field like computer science or software engineering. Roles where any degree is accepted may face RFEs, so ask recruiters how the position is classified.
Understand your OPT and grace period timeline before applying
If you're on F-1 OPT, your employer must file an H-1B cap petition by April 1 for October 1 activation. Map your OPT expiration against the lottery calendar before accepting an offer to avoid a gap in work authorization.
Cap-exempt employers can skip the lottery entirely
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government entities are cap-exempt. For senior backend roles at these organizations, your employer can file an H-1B petition any time of year, with no lottery and faster USCIS processing timelines.
Premium processing is worth asking about for backend roles
USCIS premium processing guarantees a decision within 15 business days. For senior engineers with an urgent start date, it's a reasonable ask. Many tech employers budget for it, especially when competing for experienced backend talent.
Your degree field matters more than your job title
USCIS evaluates whether your degree matches the role, not just whether you have one. A computer science, software engineering, or closely related degree supports a strong petition. Unrelated degrees require a credential evaluation and detailed experience documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Backend Developer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, senior backend developer positions consistently qualify as specialty occupations under H-1B visa standards. USCIS looks for roles that normally require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. Because backend engineering is degree-specific by nature, approval rates for well-documented petitions in this category are strong. An RFE is more likely when the job description is vague or uses generic language like 'preferred' rather than 'required.'
What visa options exist for Senior Backend Developers beyond H-1B?
Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and a much faster timeline. Canadians and Mexicans may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA. Candidates with exceptional recognition, open-source contributions at scale, or published research may qualify for the O-1A. Those already inside a large multinational may explore an L-1B intracompany transfer if moving from an overseas office.
How can I find Senior Backend Developer jobs that sponsor visas?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this, filtering backend engineering roles by sponsorship willingness so you're not wasting applications on employers who won't file. The most reliable signal is a company's actual H-1B or E-3 filing history, not what their careers page says. Focusing on mid-to-large tech companies, SaaS businesses, and fintech firms tends to yield the highest sponsorship rates for backend roles.
Do I need a four-year degree to get sponsored as a Senior Backend Developer?
A four-year bachelor's degree in a directly related field is the cleanest path. However, USCIS accepts three years of relevant work experience as a substitute for each year of missing education. An Australian three-year bachelor's degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a U.S. four-year degree. If your degree is in an unrelated field, a credential evaluation combined with documented senior-level experience can still support a successful petition.
Does seniority level affect my chances of getting sponsored?
It works in your favor. Senior roles are easier to defend as specialty occupations because the complexity and degree requirements are more clearly justified. Employers are also more willing to absorb sponsorship costs for senior engineers given the difficulty of hiring at that level. A well-scoped senior backend role, with clear responsibilities tied to degree-specific knowledge, is one of the stronger petition profiles USCIS reviews.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Senior Backend Developer 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.