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TSMC Arizona is seeking a Principal Compensation Analyst to join our 4-nanometer fab in Phoenix ... Experience in multinational, high-growth manufacturing, semiconductor, or advanced engineering ...

TSMC Arizona is seeking a Principal Compensation Analyst to join our 4-nanometer fab in Phoenix ... Experience in multinational, high-growth manufacturing, semiconductor, or advanced engineering ...

Principal EH&S Engineer

Camas, WA · On-site

$92K - $124K/yr

Join TSMC Washington and help power the future of technology. At TSMC, we don't just make ... We are seeking a highly skilled Safety Engineer to join our EH&S team at our semiconductor ...

Principal EH&S Engineer

Camas, WA · On-site

$92K - $124K/yr

Join TSMC Washington and help power the future of technology. At TSMC, we don't just make ... We are seeking a highly skilled Safety Engineer to join our EH&S team at our semiconductor ...

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Do workers at TSMC get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
75% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Does TSMC pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
80% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

At TSMC, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are separate paid time off.
70% of people say they don’t have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from TSMC affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at TSMC?

Most people get paid time off work.
85% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Only some people find out their schedule four weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 50% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 50% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and January 2026.

Do workers at TSMC worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
100% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.

Do TSMC workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
43% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it for TSMC workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
60% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at TSMC?

Some people find it hard to get time off.
38% of people report it’s hard to get time off.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do TSMC managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
93% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.

Do jobs at TSMC spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
21% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 14 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and January 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at TSMC?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
81% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is a TSMC job good for students?

Only some students say this is a good place to work if you’re studying.
40% of students report this isn’t a good place to work if you’re studying.
Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

Do people at TSMC feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
94% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at TSMC get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
76% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 17 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Is it stressful to work at TSMC?

Most people feel stressed out here.
75% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at TSMC enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
88% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at TSMC recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
76% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at TSMC?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
67% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at TSMC?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 84% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 19 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think TSMC’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters understands what’s happening where they work.
50% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 16 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how TSMC is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
81% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
Infographic showing various Principal Engineer job openings at Tsmc in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Internship, 92% Full Time, 2% Contract, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, and 8% Hybrid job distribution.

Principal Technical Lead, Software Engineering (MariaDB) - North America Software Center

TSMC

Vancouver, WA

$166K - $223K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 19 days ago


TSMC rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 21 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 156 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Join TSMC Washington and help power the future of technology. At TSMC, we don't just make semiconductors; we innovate to transform industries and enhance lives. As the world's leading semiconductor foundry, we partner with top tech companies to drive advancements in industries such as healthcare, automotive, consumer electronics, and renewable energy. At TSMC Washington, you'll thrive where innovation meets precision manufacturing, and integrity guides our high standards and customer trust. Our visionary leaders collaborate with clients to achieve groundbreaking results, ensuring our leadership in the semiconductor sector. Explore career opportunities with TSMC Washington and join a company with a commitment to excellence and innovation

Who We're Looking For:

At TSMC, we are dedicated to building world-class cloud-native infrastructure to support our global operations. Our North America Software Center is seeking a talented software engineer with expertise in operations and optimization MariaDB systems to join our team. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who is passionate about improving the performance, scalability, and reliability of database and Lakehouse technologies at a global scale. The ideal candidate will combine a deep technical background with a drive to innovate and optimize, ensuring efficient and sustainable operations across TSMC's cloud ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Lead efforts in optimizing MariaDB for performance, reliability, and scalability.
  2. Analyze and resolve operational challenges, ensuring continuous improvement for mission-critical systems.
  3. Guide teams in designing, implementing, and maintaining highly performant and optimized data pipelines.
  4. Collaborate with Software Engineers and Data Architects to improve system infrastructure through monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting MariaDB systems.
  5. Define and implement best practices for managing data systems, including backup, recovery, and high availability strategies.
  6. Lead cross-team discussions on operations, scalability, and architectural refinements for database and data warehouse systems.
  7. Contribute to the lifecycle of systems from conceptual design through implementation, deployment, and optimization.
  8. Mentor team members to ensure deep understanding of database and Lakehouse optimization techniques.

Minimum Requirements:

  1. Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent practical experience.
  2. At least 8 years of experience in database operations and optimization, with hands-on expertise in MariaDB technologies.
  3. Proven track record of improving performance and scalability in complex database environments.
  4. Extensive experience in software development using programming languages such as Java, Python, Go, Rust, or other relevant languages.
  5. Minimum 3 years of experience in cloud computing (AWS, Azure, or GCP), with a focus on database and data processing workloads.
  6. Strong technical leadership skills with at least 3 years in a leadership role, setting direction for database and system optimization projects.
  7. Hands-on expertise with version control tools like Git, GitLab, or GitHub.
  8. Exceptional communication skills to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders across global teams.

If you're an experienced engineer with a passion for operations and optimization in MariaDB systems, we would love to hear from you! Join us in driving innovation and excellence at TSMC.

Eligibility:

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. We currently cannot provide sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. Employment at TSMC is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening. In compliance with Washington state regulations, cannabis (marijuana) use will not be included in the drug screening.

Work Location & Schedule:

This position is based on-site at our Vancouver, Washington location during core business hours, Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. Additional hours may be required to meet project demands.

Compensation and Benefits:

  • At TSMC, your base pay is just one component of your comprehensive compensation package. For new hires in this position, the starting salary typically ranges between $166,800 and $223,050 per year. The full salary range for this Job Grade extends from $166,800 - $241,800 depending on factors such as skills, qualifications, education, experience, tenure, and position level. TSMC's total compensation package also includes market-competitive pay, profit sharing and incentive bonuses, and tuition assistance.
  • Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and access to a 401(k) plan with employer match.
  • Employees enjoy 12 holidays per year and accrue paid time off annually.
  • Onsite amenities include a fitness center, game room, physical therapist, and subsidized cafe.

If you have questions or want to learn more about our offered benefits, email recruitingwa@tsmc.com.

EOE Statement: 

TSMC Washington, LLC is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

TSMC is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us at recruitingwa@tsmc.com. TSMC confirms to all applicants its commitment to meet TSMC's obligations under applicable employment law.

TSMC Core Values
At TSMC, we invite talented individuals who share our vision and values to contribute to our continued success. Our core values are the foundation of our culture, guiding every decision and action. We seek applicants who deeply resonate with these principles and embody them in their work:  


Integrity: Tell the truth. We do not brag. We do not make commitments lightly. Once we make a commitment, we devote ourselves completely to meeting that commitment.
Commitment: Employees are dedicated to the company, view the company's success as their own and work diligently to make their best contributions. As commitment is mutual, the Company strives to serve the best interests of its employees. 
Innovation: Innovation is the wellspring of the Company's growth. It means more than new ideas; it means putting ideas into practice.  
Customer Trust: We strive to build deep and enduring relationships with our customers, who trust and rely on us to be part of their success over the long term. 

(For more details on TSMC's Core Values, please visithttps://www.tsmc.com/english/aboutTSMC/values)


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