Highlights
There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $101,000 - $168,800 per year. This role goes beyond case management-it is about independently guiding complex immigration matters while helping design, modernize, and scale the legal operations that support immigration compliance and talent mobility across the company.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Redmond, WA |
| Industry | Computer Software |
| Salary | $77,800–$154,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1975 |
| Website | http://www.microsoft.com |
Description
Overview
Microsoft seeks a Senior Immigration Specialist, Paralegal to join the US Immigration Team. This role goes beyond case management-it is about independently guiding complex immigration matters while helping design, modernize, and scale the legal operations that support immigration compliance and talent mobility across the company.
You will apply deep employment-based immigration knowledge and sound judgment to counsel employees, strengthen processes, and embed compliance into workflows that serve thousands of visa-dependent employees and stakeholders. This is a role for a recognized immigration leader who thrives at the intersection of law, operations, and innovation.
This opportunity allows you to:
Serve as a point of contact for complex immigration matters, working with limited attorney oversight.
Lead large-scale, cross-functional initiatives that modernize immigration workflows and improve the employee experience.
Mentor and train colleagues as a key resource for the US Immigration Team.
Responsibilities
Immigration Guidance and Employee Support:
Independently support a large population of visa-dependent employees, researching complex matters, identifying legal and business issues, and presenting formal case strategy recommendations to attorneys and management.
Partner across HR, Legal, and business groups to align immigration support with workforce planning and global talent needs.
Translate complex immigration requirements into clear, sustainable guidance for employees, managers, and other stakeholders.
Operational Excellence:
Lead initiatives that transform immigration casework into scalable processes, playbooks, and resources adopted across the team.
Leverage technology-enabled solutions (automation, analytics, workflow tools, AI) to improve efficiency, consistency, and compliance.
Anticipate risks, embed safeguards into immigration processes, and drive consistency across workstreams.
Qualifications
Required/minimum qualifications
- Bachelors Degree AND 4+ years experience in U.S. employment-based immigration experience OR equivalent experience OR Paralegal Certification that meets the requirements for the location of work AND 5+ years experience in U.S. employment-based immigration experience
- OR equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience across nonimmigrant and immigrant visa types in a high-volume corporate immigration program or business immigration law practice.
- 7+ years of U.S. employment-based immigration experience across the full suite of nonimmigrant and immigrant visa types: H-1B, L-1, TN, PERM, I-140/AOS, EAD, etc.
- Experience leading process improvement, compliance, or technology-enabled projects from planning through implementation.
- Experience mentoring, training, or serving as a key resource for colleagues.
Paralegal IC3 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $77,800 - $154,000 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $101,000 - $168,800 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.
About Company
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Make your mark on the world’s most used technologies. Develop the next hit mobile application. Pioneer a startup that could be the next big thing. At Microsoft, you choose your path.
Headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft is a top innovator in both the consumer and enterprise technology industry. Just a few of the many things our products do are unleash creativity, connect businesses, and make learning more fun. But our continued success is based on one thing: our employees. We hire amazing, talented people and give them the opportunities—and the tools—to succeed.
WHY MICROSOFT?
As a Microsoft employee, you’re surrounded by a diverse group of the smartest people in your field. This fosters new ideas, better business results, and creates a dynamic work environment. In the office, you’re constantly challenged and supported by your colleagues. Every day holds something new and exciting.
We also offer unparalleled depth and breadth of career opportunities. As an industry leader in multiple fields, working for Microsoft means being able to do whatever you feel passionate about—and being able to make an impact in that field. From day one, we give our employees significant responsibility. This means that you’ll know that you directly contributed to something that has a positive impact on people worldwide. Whether you choose to work in management, dive deep into the newest technology, or explore multiple professions, you’ll find everything you need at Microsoft to drive your career—and to make a difference.
WE GET IT – YOU’RE MORE THAN YOUR JOB
Everyone works differently and is motivated by different things. We also understand that there’s more to you than your job. That’s why we offer competitive pay and a wide assortment of benefits-- to help you make the most of life at work and away from it.
GET THE BALL ROLLING
Make your mark on the world’s most used technologies. Develop the next hit mobile application. Pioneer a startup that could be the next big thing. At Microsoft, you choose your path.
Headquartered in Redmond, Washington, Microsoft is a top innovator in both the consumer and enterprise technology industry. Just a few of the many things our products do are unleash creativity, connect businesses, and make learning more fun. But our continued success is based on one thing: our employees. We hire amazing, talented people and give them the opportunities—and the tools—to succeed.
WHY MICROSOFT?
As a Microsoft employee, you’re surrounded by a diverse group of the smartest people in your field. This fosters new ideas, better business results, and creates a dynamic work environment. In the office, you’re constantly challenged and supported by your colleagues. Every day holds something new and exciting.
We also offer unparalleled depth and breadth of career opportunities. As an industry leader in multiple fields, working for Microsoft means being able to do whatever you feel passionate about—and being able to make an impact in that field. From day one, we give our employees significant responsibility. This means that you’ll know that you directly contributed to something that has a positive impact on people worldwide. Whether you choose to work in management, dive deep into the newest technology, or explore multiple professions, you’ll find everything you need at Microsoft to drive your career—and to make a difference.
WE GET IT – YOU’RE MORE THAN YOUR JOB
Everyone works differently and is motivated by different things. We also understand that there’s more to you than your job. That’s why we offer competitive pay and a wide assortment of benefits-- to help you make the most of life at work and away from it.
GET THE BALL ROLLING