Senior Data Engineer / Data Curator

TSMC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time-off and holidays

Job summary

TSMC Arizona is looking for a Senior Data Engineer to join the AI Data Curation track. You will design and maintain data pipelines to ensure high-quality data for AI model training.

Your responsibilities include automating data cleaning processes and collaborating with model teams. Candidates need at least a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science and 5+ years of relevant experience. TSMC offers competitive benefits, including health plans and a 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering or data curation, especially in AI-driven environments.
• Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy) and SQL.
• Familiar with cloud-based storage and managing large datasets.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data pipelines for processing and cleaning large datasets.
• Automate data cleaning processes to maintain high data quality.
• Collaborate with model teams to align data with performance goals.

Skills

Data engineering

Python

SQL

Cloud-based data storage

Data annotation

NLP data formats

Apache Kafka

AI ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

Tools

Apache Airflow

FAISS

Pinecone

Job description

A job at TSMC Arizona offers an opportunity to work at the most advanced semiconductor fab in the United States. TSMC Arizona’s first fab will operate its leading‑edge semiconductor process technology (N4 process), starting production in the first half of 2025. The second fab will utilize its leading edge N3 and N2 process technology and be operational in 2028. The recently announced third fab will manufacture chips using 2nm or even more advanced process technology, with production starting by the end of the decade. America’s leading technology companies are ready to rely on TSMC Arizona for the next generations of chips that will power the digital future.

As a Senior Data Engineer in the AI Data Curation track, you will ensure that the data powering our AI models is high‑quality, well‑organized, and fit for use in model training and deployment. You will play a key role in designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines, ensuring that data is clean, relevant, and aligned with ethical and compliance standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data pipelines for processing, cleaning, and curating large datasets used in model training and fine‑tuning.
• Automate data cleaning processes (e.g. removing noise, duplicates, irrelevant content) and ensure datasets are appropriately labeled and structured.
• Collaborate with model teams to ensure data aligns with model requirements and performance goals.
• Assess and mitigate bias in datasets, ensuring that models are trained on diverse and representative data.
• Manage data storage and retrieval strategies, ensuring scalability and data consistency across different environments.
• Conduct regular audits to ensure data integrity, privacy, and security compliance.

Minimum Qualifications / Requirements

Education: Minimum degree required: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.

Technical Skills

• 5+ years of experience in data engineering, data wrangling, or data curation, particularly in machine learning or AI‑driven environments.
• Strong proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy) and SQL for data manipulation and querying.
• Familiarity with cloud‑based data storage (AWS S3, Google Cloud Storage, etc.) and distributed systems for managing large datasets.
• Experience with data annotation tools and platforms for manual or semi‑automated labeling.
• Experience with NLP data formats, such as JSONL, text, or embeddings, and an understanding of tokenization.
• Experience managing data pipelines with tools like Apache Kafka, Apache Airflow, or similar ETL tools.
• Strong knowledge of AI ethics, data privacy, and compliance standards (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
• Bonus: Experience with vector databases and indexing for LLMs (e.g. FAISS, Pinecone).

Interpersonal Skills

• Communication
• Computer proficiency
• Presentation skills
• Listening
• Teamwork

Candidates must be willing and able to work on‑site at our Phoenix Arizona facility.

As a valued member of the TSMC family, we place a significant focus on your health and well‑being. When you are at your best‑physically, mentally, and financially our company is at its best. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that provides the resources you need to help you manage your health and achieve your goals across many areas of your life. This includes a variety of medical, dental and vision plan offerings you can choose from that best fit your and your family’s needs. Additionally, TSMC provides income‑protection programs to financially assist you should you experience an injury or illness, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan to help you secure your financial future. TSMC also offers competitive paid time‑off programs and paid holidays allowing you to recharge and spend time with your family and loved ones.

Work Location

5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083

Equal Opportunity Employer

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