Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Computer Science (2017): did not establish the proffered position of "software
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of "software developer in test" qualifies as a specialty occupation. The provided job duties were found to be overly generic, copied almost verbatim from the O*NET database, and lacked the specific detail required to demonstrate that the work is sufficiently complex or specialized to necessitate a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Nature Of Duties
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