Principal Software Engineer - North America Software Center at TSMC

Vancouver, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 May, 26

Salary

183650.0

Posted On

14 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Development, Data Structure, Algorithm, Java, C#, Python, Go, Rust, Cloud Computing, AWS, Azure, GCP, Git, Kubernetes, System Design, Continuous Improvement

Industry

Semiconductor Manufacturing

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 looking for a passionate software engineer to join our team and contribute to the success of TSMC fabrication worldwide. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise across multiple engineering disciplines and excel in pushing the boundaries of complex system design on a large scale. Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Owner of software services and applications with high quality standards. Drive continuous improvement by refactoring existing applications. Hold the quality bar, writing and executing various tests (unit/feature/integration) to ensure software quality. Collaborate with peers in design, pair programming, and code reviews. Engage in the full lifecycle of services from creation and design to deployment, operation, and refinement. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or related fields, or equivalent practical experience. 4 years of experience with data structure and algorithm. 5 years’ experience with software development in one or more programming languages, Java, C#, Python, Go, Rust or other relevant programming languages. Good communication and interpersonal skills with proactive problem-solving capability. Experience in cloud computing – AWS, Azure, or GCP, is a plus. Familiar with source code version control tools or services like Git, GitLab, GitHub, etc, is a plus. Experience with managing container-based workloads, using Kubernetes or other orchestration software is a plus. Eligibility: Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the United States. We cannot provide visa sponsorship at this time. Employment is contingent upon passing a background check and drug screening, excluding cannabis testing in compliance with Washington state regulations. Location & Schedule: This role is based on-site in Vancouver, Washington, operating Monday through Friday, 8 am – 5 pm. Additional hours may be required to meet operational demands. Compensation & 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 $137,300 and $183,650 per year. The full salary range for this Job Grade extends from $137,300 - $199,100 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 café. 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.

Responsibilities

The engineer will own high-quality software services and applications, driving continuous improvement through refactoring and rigorous testing across the full service lifecycle from design to operation. They will collaborate closely with peers on design, pair programming, and code reviews to ensure software quality standards are met.