Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Software Development (2016): did not establish the proffered position as a specialty
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the proffered position as a specialty occupation. The petitioner did not specify the type of degree required for the role and provided a generalized job description that listed required knowledge rather than specific, complex duties the beneficiary would actually perform.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Nature Of Duties Beneficiary Qualifications
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