I'm a software developer living and working abroad. I'm not an American citizen, but have lived in the U.S. for a better part of a decade as a student and obtained an advanced engineering degree from a top school while there.
Recently I've been thinking of applying for jobs in the US - the incredible variety of both startups and established companies seem like great places to learn and build oneself as a professional.
Probably relevant - I don't have a work VISA or a green card (I did apply for one), and I'm married + baby. I have several questions:
1. Where to start? This is a vague question, I know, but I'm looking for input from someone who'd be considering non-resident applicants: the checklist I should follow, planning ahead, etc.
2. Am I being realistic? I mean, as far as interviewing goes, this won't be simple to either side, even if I'm considered as a valid applicant.
3. Any other advice that's relevant to myself and others who might be thinking about or in the midst of doing just this?
Thanks!
Recently I've been thinking of applying for jobs in the US - the incredible variety of both startups and established companies seem like great places to learn and build oneself as a professional.
Probably relevant - I don't have a work VISA or a green card (I did apply for one), and I'm married + baby. I have several questions:
1. Where to start? This is a vague question, I know, but I'm looking for input from someone who'd be considering non-resident applicants: the checklist I should follow, planning ahead, etc.
2. Am I being realistic? I mean, as far as interviewing goes, this won't be simple to either side, even if I'm considered as a valid applicant.
3. Any other advice that's relevant to myself and others who might be thinking about or in the midst of doing just this?
Thanks!