Fab Automation and Software Engineer

TSMC; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time-Off Programs

Job summary

TSMC Arizona is seeking a Dispatching Algorithm/Infrastructure Maintainer Developer to design, develop, and optimize algorithms for manufacturing support and resource allocation. You will work on dashboards, production task assignment, and automation solutions to streamline operations.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, system enhancements, and hands-on maintenance of server infrastructure, with opportunities to influence next-gen chip fabrication processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field required.
• Experience with data pipelines, APIs, automated testing, and performance optimization.
• Expertise in CV, anomaly detection, predictive analytics, or scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Maintain servers and related settings, upgrades, and VM solutions.
• Coordinate system enhancements and communicate requirements with users.
• Support application migrations and participate in training from headquarters.

Skills

Programming

APIs

Automated testing

Performance optimization

Scheduling algorithms

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Tools

VMware

Linux

Nginx

Kubernetes

Docker

Job description

A career at TSMC Arizona offers an unparalleled opportunity to contribute to the most advanced semiconductor fabrication facility in the United States. TSMC Arizona's first fab began production with leading-edge N4 process technology in the first half of 2025. The second and third fabs, utilizing even more advanced process technology, will start production by 2028-2030. America's leading technology companies will rely on TSMC Arizona for the next generations of chips that will power the digital future.

Job Summary

As a Dispatching Algorithm/Infrastructure Maintainer Developer, you will design, develop, and optimize complex algorithms to efficiently manage/support manufacturing and allocate resources, tasks, or routes within various systems. CIM engineers aim to automate factory production, minimizing human intervention. This involves developing dashboards, assigning production tasks, and implementing automation solutions. They utilize diverse tools, computer technologies, and algorithms to streamline operations and enhance efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Server maintenance and related setting supports, including routine upgrade, troubleshooting with AP teams and virtual machines solutions etc.
• Coordinate the project for system enhancement and communicate requirement with users.
• Support application migration and participate in technical training from headquarters.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Computer Science, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Strong programming and software engineering skills, including experience with data pipelines, APIs, automated testing, and performance optimization.
• Strong applied expertise in one or more areas such as computer vision, anomaly detection, predictive analytics, optimization algorithm, or scheduling, with the ability to guide work across adjacent domains.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity in programming languages such as C/C++/C#, Java, Python, HTML5, SQL, VBA.
• Excellent collaboration & communication skills, both verbal and written, across different levels and functions of organization
• Experience and skill in operation algorithms and A.I. is a plus.
• Experience and skill in system infrastructure architecture is a plus e.g., VMWare, Linux/MS solution, Nginx, K8S/Docker etc.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite with ability to use a computer, keyboard mouse and other standard office equipment
• Strong interpersonal skills to establish trust and maintain productive working relationships
• Team-orientation & growth mindset to take on new responsibilities and share workload

Physical Requirements

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• Primarily an office-based role requiring the ability to sit for extended periods of time while working at a computer.
• Ability to use a computer, keyboard mouse and other standard office equipment for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally stand, walk, reach, bend, and carry light objects.

Application Consideration Consent

By applying to this position, I acknowledge and agree that my application and qualifications may be considered for other roles within the company. However, I reserve the right to withdraw my consent for future consideration of other roles within the company at any time.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans: Choose the options that best fit your and your family’s needs.
• Income-Protection Programs: Financial assistance during injury or illness.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan: Secure your financial future with competitive employer contributions.
• Paid Time-Off Programs and Holidays: Recharge and spend quality time with loved ones.

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We encourage all qualified individuals to apply and welcome applications from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If you need an accommodation as part of the application process, please contact [e-mail] .