sustained
H-1B
sustained H-1B Case: Software Engineering
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Decision Summary
The Director denied the petition, finding insufficient evidence that the proffered position qualified as a specialty occupation. Upon appeal, the petitioner provided additional evidence regarding its operations and in-house projects, which successfully demonstrated that the services the beneficiary would perform as a 'software engineer III' qualify the position as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Availability Of In-House Work
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