dismissed H-1B Case: Software Development
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Decision Summary
The Director denied the petition because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'software engineer' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO dismissed the appeal, agreeing that the evidence was insufficient to demonstrate that the specific duties of the entry-level role required the theoretical and practical application of a body of highly specialized knowledge and the attainment of a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty.
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