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Senior Software Development Engineers are among the most sponsored roles in the U.S., with thousands of H-1B visa approvals annually across companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft. This role qualifies as a specialty occupation, and your CS or engineering degree maps directly to the position. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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In the past, to be a successful restaurateur, you simply had to have a passion for food and a passion for people - but to succeed as a digital restaurateur you also need to have a passion for technology. We believe in the joy of serving others, and that's why we created Otter – to help restaurateurs succeed in online food delivery. Restaurants around the world, both large and small, including Chick-fil-A, Ben & Jerry’s, KFC, and Eataly trust our software to power their delivery business. We increase sales, reduce order issues, and decrease delivery headaches.
What you’ll do
Our Menu Platform is the central hub for comprehensive menu management. It streamlines operations, enhances the customer experience, and provides a single source of truth for menus across online delivery channels such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, etc., and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems such as Square, Toast, Clover, NCR, etc. Key capabilities include real-time menu updates, channel-specific availability, pricing and tax configuration, ingredients and SKU management, bundling and promotions, A/B testing, and automated syncing between POS and delivery channels. With 99.99% platform availability and 150K+ restaurants, our platform is a critical infrastructure for restaurants worldwide.
As a backend-focused Software Engineer, you will help advance this high-scale, high-impact platform. You will:
- Build data-driven features that power dynamic menu operations.
- Contribute to planning and strategy for tools and internal platforms.
- Design, implement, and test backend services using agile practices.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and support teams.
- Write, debug, and maintain high-quality code across multiple projects.
- Architect scalable systems capable of supporting large, distributed workloads.
- Improve platform reliability, performance, and developer experience.
- Champion innovation and continuously explore new technologies and approaches.
What we’re looking for
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience is required.
- Experience: 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- Technical Mastery:
- Strong background in building scalable and reliable distributed systems
- Experience building large-scale, high-traffic applications
- Proficiency in Java and modern backend development practices
- Architectural Skills: Ability to design new systems from scratch and evolve existing architectures.
- Impact Orientation: Demonstrated track record of meaningful, high-quality contributions.
- Communication: Clear communicator capable of partnering with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Why join us
- Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.
- Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.
- Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer’s success.
What else you need to know
This role is based in our Mountain View office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.
The base starting rate for this role is $224,000 - $284,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Benefits Summary:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options)
- Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term)
- Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
- Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children
- Pet insurance discount (Fetch)
- 401(k)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Time Off policies
- Paid Vacation Time (1h for every 26h worked)
- 8 paid holidays per year
- Paid sick time
- Paid Bereavement leave
- Paid Parental Leave.
Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.
Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?
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Who we are
In the past, to be a successful restaurateur, you simply had to have a passion for food and a passion for people - but to succeed as a digital restaurateur you also need to have a passion for technology. We believe in the joy of serving others, and that's why we created Otter – to help restaurateurs succeed in online food delivery. Restaurants around the world, both large and small, including Chick-fil-A, Ben & Jerry’s, KFC, and Eataly trust our software to power their delivery business. We increase sales, reduce order issues, and decrease delivery headaches.
What you’ll do
Our Menu Platform is the central hub for comprehensive menu management. It streamlines operations, enhances the customer experience, and provides a single source of truth for menus across online delivery channels such as DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub, etc., and Point-of-Sale (POS) systems such as Square, Toast, Clover, NCR, etc. Key capabilities include real-time menu updates, channel-specific availability, pricing and tax configuration, ingredients and SKU management, bundling and promotions, A/B testing, and automated syncing between POS and delivery channels. With 99.99% platform availability and 150K+ restaurants, our platform is a critical infrastructure for restaurants worldwide.
As a backend-focused Software Engineer, you will help advance this high-scale, high-impact platform. You will:
- Build data-driven features that power dynamic menu operations.
- Contribute to planning and strategy for tools and internal platforms.
- Design, implement, and test backend services using agile practices.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, product, and support teams.
- Write, debug, and maintain high-quality code across multiple projects.
- Architect scalable systems capable of supporting large, distributed workloads.
- Improve platform reliability, performance, and developer experience.
- Champion innovation and continuously explore new technologies and approaches.
What we’re looking for
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience is required.
- Experience: 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.
- Technical Mastery:
- Strong background in building scalable and reliable distributed systems
- Experience building large-scale, high-traffic applications
- Proficiency in Java and modern backend development practices
- Architectural Skills: Ability to design new systems from scratch and evolve existing architectures.
- Impact Orientation: Demonstrated track record of meaningful, high-quality contributions.
- Communication: Clear communicator capable of partnering with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Why join us
- Demand for online food delivery is growing really fast! In the last 5 years, just in the US, the overall market has expanded 10X from $10B to $100B, and could expand to $500bn- $1T by 2030.
- Changing the restaurant industry: You’ll be part of a team that helps restaurants succeed in online food delivery.
- Collaborative environment: You will receive support and guidance from experienced colleagues and managers, helping you to learn, grow and achieve your goals, and you’ll work closely with other teams to ensure our customer’s success.
What else you need to know
This role is based in our Mountain View office location. As a company driven by innovation and continuous change, close collaboration is essential. We’re constantly reimagining our industry, creating new products, and refining our processes, and we do our best work together. That’s why all of our office-based teams work onsite, five days a week.
The base starting rate for this role is $224,000 - $284,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined on an individual basis and may vary depending on experience, skills, and qualifications.
Benefits Summary:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans, incl. HSA options)
- Company-paid life and disability insurance (short- and long-term)
- Voluntary insurance: accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity
- Optional supplemental life insurance for self, spouse, and children
- Pet insurance discount (Fetch)
- 401(k)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
- Time Off policies
- Paid Vacation Time (1h for every 26h worked)
- 8 paid holidays per year
- Paid sick time
- Paid Bereavement leave
- Paid Parental Leave.
Benefits are subject to change at the company's discretion. Atoms accepts applications on an ongoing basis.
Ready to join us as we serve those who serve others?
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Software Development Engineer
Lead with your tech stack in every application
Employers filing H-1B petitions for software roles must justify the specialty occupation claim. Applications that clearly match your degree and skills to the role's technical requirements make that USCIS justification straightforward, which speeds up the internal sponsorship decision.
Target companies with established H-1B programs
Large tech employers and mid-size software companies with dedicated immigration teams process sponsorships faster and more reliably. Avoid early-stage startups unless they've sponsored before. OFLC disclosure data shows which employers file consistently for this exact role.
Clarify your OPT or visa timeline upfront
Hiring managers often don't know when they need to start the H-1B process relative to your start date. Telling them your authorization expiry date and the cap-subject filing window in April removes confusion and positions you as informed rather than as a risk.
Highlight senior-level scope, not just technical skills
USCIS scrutinizes software roles more than most. Demonstrating that your position involves system design, architectural decisions, or cross-team technical leadership helps establish the theoretical and practical application of knowledge that specialty occupation requires.
Consider employers already sponsoring your specific stack
A company that has previously filed H-1B petitions for React engineers or Java architects has already absorbed the legal and procedural learning curve. That institutional familiarity reduces hesitation and processing friction when they evaluate your application.
Get your credential evaluation ready before interviews
If you completed a three-year bachelor's degree or studied outside the U.S., a credential evaluation confirming U.S. equivalency removes a common bottleneck. Having it ready signals preparation and prevents delays once an employer decides to move forward with sponsorship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior Software Development Engineer role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Senior Software Development Engineer is one of the most consistently approved H-1B specialty occupations. USCIS looks for a direct relationship between a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field and the role's duties. Senior-level positions strengthen that case because they typically require theoretical and applied knowledge beyond what a generalist degree provides.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor my H-1B as a Senior Software Development Engineer?
A bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, software engineering, information technology, or a closely related field satisfies the specialty occupation requirement. Degrees in mathematics or electrical engineering can qualify if your coursework is technically relevant. If your degree is from outside the U.S., a credential evaluation confirming equivalency to a U.S. four-year bachelor's is required before filing.
How likely is H-1B approval for this role?
Approval rates for software development roles are high relative to other occupations. The primary risk isn't denial on specialty occupation grounds but lottery selection. In recent fiscal years, USCIS received roughly 400,000-plus registrations for 85,000 available slots. Cap-exempt employers, including universities and nonprofit research institutions, bypass the lottery entirely and offer a more predictable path.
Can I find Senior Software Development Engineer jobs that sponsor visas on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate is specifically built for candidates who need sponsorship, so all roles on the platform are filterable by visa type and employer sponsorship history. Browsing Senior Software Development Engineer listings on Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have actively sponsored this role before, which is a much stronger signal than generic job board postings.
Does work experience substitute for a degree when applying for H-1B sponsorship as a software engineer?
It can, but only in specific circumstances. USCIS allows three years of specialized experience to substitute for one year of formal education. Without any degree, you'd need approximately 12 years of relevant experience to establish equivalency to a four-year bachelor's. In practice, most employers and immigration attorneys prefer candidates with a degree because it simplifies the petition and reduces RFE risk.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Senior Software Development 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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