Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Computer Science (2016): did not establish the proffered 'software test engineer'
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered 'software test engineer' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The Director concluded that the duties described were not sufficiently specialized or complex to require a bachelor's degree in a specific field as a minimum entry requirement, and the AAO upheld this decision.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Industry Standard Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties Requiring A Degree
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