Dreaming of working in the USA? If you’ve got strong skills in software engineering, cloud, AI, or data science, certain companies regularly sponsor work visas (like H-1B). Here are leads and advice to help you land such roles.
What It Is / Overview:
Organizations like Amazon, Microsoft, Meta etc., regularly hire engineers from abroad and sponsor visas. For example, Software Engineer roles in US tech hubs (Seattle, San Francisco, etc.) are often listed with “Visa Sponsorship Available” in job posts. Salaries for senior roles typically range from US$110,000-$180,000+ depending on company and level.
Eligibility:
- University degree in CS, Software Engineering or related field.
- Strong programming skills (Java, Python, C++ etc.) and experience.
- Some roles need cloud or system architecture experience.
- English proficiency; sometimes additional certifications are helpful.
Benefits:
- Work with leading global tech companies.
- Visa & relocation support.
- Access to cutting-edge tools, tech, and teams.
- Career growth, high compensation, and global exposure.
How to Apply:
- Search on company career pages for roles with keywords “visa sponsorship” or “H-1B sponsorship”.
- Use job sites that allow filtering those terms (Indeed, etc.).
- Tailor your resume to highlight impact projects, languages/tools used.
- Prepare for tech interviews (coding, system design, etc.).
- If selected, employer usually files the visa petition.
Tips:
- Keep your GitHub / portfolio up to date.
- Practice with coding interview prep.
- Network sometimes referrals help in large companies.
- Be aware of visa filing timelines (H-1B windows etc.).
Where to Look / Apply:
- Amazon, Microsoft, Meta Careers
- Job boards filtering for “visa sponsorship USA”
- LinkedIn & Indeed with those keywords