H-1B Remanded — Software Engineering (2021): the record did not sufficiently establish that the

Decision Summary

The case was remanded because the record did not sufficiently establish that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found the job description was too broad and described a data analytics role rather than a software developer, failing to prove it requires a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty. Since the petitioner was not previously given the opportunity to address these specific deficiencies regarding the position itself, the matter was sent back for further review.

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