sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Software Development
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner provided a sufficiently detailed description and a thorough position evaluation establishing that the 'software development engineer' role is a specialty occupation requiring a specific bachelor's degree. Additionally, the AAO determined that the beneficiary's academic credentials qualified them to perform the duties of the proffered position.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications
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