Dismissed H-1B

H-1B Dismissed โ€” Software Development (2020): did not establish the proffered position of 'software

๐Ÿ“… 2020-07-02 ๐Ÿ‘ค Company ๐Ÿ“‚ Software Development

Decision Summary

The appeal was dismissed because the Petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'software automation developer' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The Petitioner did not provide sufficient evidence, particularly from the end-client where the work would be performed, to demonstrate that the specific duties are so complex as to require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty.

Criteria Discussed

Specialty Occupation Definition 8 C.F.R. ยง 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A) Criteria End-Client Work Requirements
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