enriching research experience - Principal Engineer TSMC Employee Review

5.0
Nov 19, 2011
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

When I rate my work at TSMC, am particularly referring to my group headed by a foriengner who is one of the top most person in the field as well as the first fellow (highest academic title in a company) of the company. Since I work directly with this person as my boss, my work at TSMC has raised my academic, professional as well as my technical standards which am glad it came at an early stage of my career.

Cons

Language could be an issue if working in a group thats not headed by a forienger.

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5.0
Apr 27, 2026
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CEO approval
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Pros

Stability despite layoffs across the semiconductor industry

Cons

Lower compensation than competitors. The fab in Washington works on less exciting science than the one in Arizona

3.0
Jun 9, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

-Good learning opportunities -Large job scope -Growth opportunities around

Cons

-Heavily micromanaged by management -Lack of autonomy and ability to control your path -Terrible work/life balance -Little lateral movement within company -Tunnel vision per department does exist -Lack of diversity

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