TSMC Arizona - AI Forward Deployed Engineer

TSMC; Arizona; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision plans

Income protection programs

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

TSMC Arizona seeks an AI Forward Deployed Engineer to embed with business and engineering teams on the Phoenix fab floor, turning complex operating pain points into agile AI applications. You will prototype, validate, and deploy AI tools that improve throughput and reliability across 24/7 manufacturing processes.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in CS/MIS/Data Science or 3+ years in software development, with hands-on experience in AI APIs, prototyping frameworks, and databases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS, MIS, Information Systems, Data Science or related field, or 3+ years software development experience.
• Strong foundation in software engineering and agile development practices.
• Experience integrating AI tools into concrete business workflows.

Responsibilities

• Embed with AI-enabled teams on the fab front lines to understand challenges.
• Rapidly design, prototype, and validate AI solutions for operations.
• Bridge AI technology with real-world semiconductor manufacturing processes.

Skills

Software engineering fundamentals

Agile development methodologies

AI integration programming

Web/app prototyping frameworks

Generative AI tools & APIs

LangChain / LlamaIndex / Auto-GPT

SQL/NoSQL databases

Vector databases (Pinecone / Milvus /

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS / MIS / Data Science / related engineering field

3+ years software development & systems integration experience

Tools

Streamlit

Gradio

FastAPI

Node.js

OpenAI API

Anthropic API

LangChain

LlamaIndex

Auto-GPT

SQL/NoSQL

Pinecone

Milvus

Chroma

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.

AI Forward Deployed Engineer

As an AI Forward Deployed Engineer, you will demonstrate a strong sense of reliability and enthusiasm and will possess an attitude that embodies our core values – Integrity, Commitment, Innovation and Customer Trust.

As an AI Forward Deployed Engineer, you will work at the intersection of advanced artificial intelligence and semiconductor manufacturing. You will be deployed directly to the "front lines" of TSMC Arizona's operations, embedding yourself within business and engineering teams to deeply understand their domain-specific challenges. Armed with state-of-the-art AI tools, you will rapidly design, prototype, and validate solutions, turning complex operational pain points into agile, functional AI applications. Your work will bridge the gap between cutting‑edge AI technology and real‑world fab execution.

Education:

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Systems, Data Science, Industrial Engineering or a related engineering field or minimum 3 years' experience in software development and systems integration.

Technical Skills:

• Solid understanding of software engineering fundamentals and agile development methodologies.
• Strong programming skills in implementation (essential for AI integration) and familiarity with web/app prototyping frameworks (e.g., Streamlit, Gradio, FastAPI, or Node.js).
• Hands‑on experience or a strong project portfolio in utilizing Generative AI tools, APIs (e.g., OpenAI, Anthropic), and orchestrating frameworks (e.g., LangChain, LlamaIndex, or Auto‑GPT).
• Familiarity with basic database systems (SQL/NoSQL) and vector databases (e.g., Pinecone, Milvus, or Chroma).

Interpersonal Skills:

• High learning agility with the ability to quickly grasp complex semiconductor manufacturing concepts, engineering workflows, and business logic.
• Highly proactive, resourceful, and passionate about using creative, cutting‑edge AI tools to solve practical problems rapidly.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills to build trust with diverse business stakeholders and translate their needs into technical solutions.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer.
• Ability to use a computer, keyboard, and mouse for prolonged periods.

Shift:

TSMC Arizona operates 24/7, 365 days a year. This position requires candidates to have the ability and willingness to work from Monday through Friday 9am-6pm, and work on-call every 2 months. When on-call, candidates are expected to respond to the call 24x7 for that whole week.

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.

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

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.

Work Location:

5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083