dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Software Development
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the director's grounds for denial. Specifically, the evidence did not demonstrate the existence of a valid employer-employee relationship between the petitioner and the beneficiary, nor did it establish that the proffered 'Software Engineer' position qualifies as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Employer-Employee Relationship Specialty Occupation
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