For skilled professionals around the world, the United States remains a top destination — and for many, the H-1B visa is the gateway to a career with the largest tech firms in the world. In 2026, despite policy fluctuations, several US tech giants continue to sponsor H-1B visas at scale.
Top H-1B Sponsoring Tech Employers
- Amazon — Software Development Engineers, Data Scientists, Solutions Architects. Average pay: $130,000 – $200,000.
- Google (Alphabet) — Software Engineers, Research Scientists, Product Managers. Average pay: $145,000 – $230,000.
- Microsoft — Cloud Engineers, Program Managers, AI Researchers. Average pay: $135,000 – $210,000.
- Meta (Facebook) — ML Engineers, Backend Engineers, Designers. Average pay: $140,000 – $230,000.
- Apple — Hardware Engineers, iOS Developers, Machine Learning Engineers. Average pay: $135,000 – $215,000.
- IBM — Cloud Architects, AI Engineers, Consultants. Average pay: $110,000 – $170,000.
- Cognizant, Infosys, TCS, Wipro — IT Consultants, Application Developers. Average pay: $80,000 – $130,000.
How H-1B Sponsorship Works
- The employer files a Labor Condition Application (LCA) with the US Department of Labor.
- The employer then files Form I-129 with USCIS.
- If selected in the H-1B lottery, the candidate receives sponsorship and may travel to the US.
Tips for Landing an H-1B Role
- Apply directly through the company career portal — never pay third-party agents.
- Use job boards that filter by visa sponsorship (e.g., MyVisaJobs).
- Master in-demand skills: cloud, AI/ML, cybersecurity, full-stack development.
- Be ready for multiple rounds of technical interviews.
Disclaimer: H-1B selection is lottery-based and not guaranteed. Always verify visa policies on uscis.gov before applying.