Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained — Software Engineering (2020): the AAO found that the proffered position of software
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the proffered position of software engineer qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO concluded that the beneficiary's academic credentials, including a foreign degree and a U.S. doctoral degree, were directly related to the position's requirements, making the beneficiary qualified to perform the duties.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Beneficiary Qualifications
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