Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Software Development (2020): 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' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found the description of job duties to be overly broad and generic, lacking specific details about day-to-day tasks, projects, or the level of responsibility, which prevented a determination that the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Employer-Employee Relationship Bachelor'S Degree Or Equivalent As Minimum Requirement Industry Standard For Degree Requirement Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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