sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Machine Learning Engineer
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO determined that the petitioner successfully established the proffered position of 'machine learning engineer' qualifies as a specialty occupation. Based on a de novo review, the AAO found the position's duties to be so specialized and complex that they require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)
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