sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Software Engineering
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because a review of the beneficiary's academic credentials and the position's duties established that the beneficiary is qualified to perform the job. The AAO also determined that the petitioner provided sufficient detail to show the proffered software engineer position is a specialty occupation requiring highly specialized knowledge.
Criteria Discussed
Beneficiary Qualifications Specialty Occupation Degree Requirement Experience Equivalency
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