Global Immigration Specialist II

Akamai Technologies

. Manage end-to-end U.S. employment-based immigration cases, including new hires, transfers, amendments, extensions, and PERM/GC sponsorship, in partnership with outside counsel . Track work authorization expirations

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeRemote • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $76,100 - $136,900 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage end-to-end U.S. employment-based immigration cases, including new hires, transfers, amendments, extensions, and PERM/GC sponsorship, in partnership with outside counsel
Track work authorization expirations, milestone dates, and data reconciliation
Escalate risks affecting employment continuity or start dates
Partner with counsel and internal teams to plan, identify candidates, manage registration, and prepare annual H-1B cap petitions
Advise HR, Recruiting, and managers on sponsorship needs and job or compensation changes
Provide employees with clear and empathetic guidance regarding immigration processes, timelines, and travel
Monitor vendor responsiveness and service quality
Maintain employee resources, intranet content, and ERG communications
Generate status reports for HR and Payroll
Support audits
Assist with international transfers and remote work/digital nomad visa assessments

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of relevant U.S. employment-based immigration experience, including H-1B cap, PERM, and non-immigrant sponsorship
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Portfolio management skills
Meticulous attention to detail, data accuracy, and deadline tracking
Ability to explain complex immigration concepts clearly and empathetically
Sound judgment with confidential matters
Experience working cross-functionally across cultures and time zones
Proficiency with MS Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
Experience with HR systems
Prior experience in corporate immigration, a law firm, or an immigration service provider
Exposure to global mobility, international transfers, or M&A immigration support
Experience optimizing case management workflows, reporting, or employee resources

Benefits

Comp & perks

Healthcare
401K savings plan
Company holidays
Vacation in the form of PTO
Sick time
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Mental wellness support
Financial wellness support
Annual bonus or incentives
Equity awards
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Flexible work arrangements through FlexBase: at home, in an office, or a combination of both