Photomask Data Preparation/System Administration Engineer

Work Location: 5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083
Scheduled weekdays/night shifts and weekend on-duty rotations required.

About the role

TSMC Arizona’s first fab began production with leading-edge N4 process technology in the first half of 2025. The second and third fabs, utilizing even more advanced process technology, will start production by 2028-2030. As a Photomask Data Preparation/System Administration Engineer, you will play a critical role in project management, architecture design, implementation, and operations across various domains, including server management, tapeout service engineering, and mask data preparation engineering. A core focus is on operating, troubleshooting, and continuously improving system servers and mask data preparation processes. The role requires collaboration with internal departments and global teams across time zones, with availability for weekend, holiday, or swing shift duty.

Responsibilities

• A key role in the IT operations team, responsible for delivering a modern, efficient, and stable IT workplace for internal and external users.
• Responsible for project management, architecture design, implementation, and operations in one or more of the following areas:
  • Linux system management and sustain smooth operation of mask data preparation environment.
  • New IT architecture design and project management.
  • Implement and maintain corporate IT security enhancement activities (IP management, AWL, ACL, Gatekeeper, etc.).
  • Windows, Database (e.g., Oracle, DB2), VMWare and Docker/K8S server management.
• Responsible for operation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in the Mask Data Preparation field that includes:
  • Tape-out operation.
  • Mask data operation and verification.
  • Mask patterns conversion and OPC handling.
• Collaboration with TSMC internal fabs and departments for engineering tasks and new business flow setup.
• Closely work and communicate with EBO engineers across time zones in Arizona and Taiwan (15 hours ahead of Phoenix, AZ time).
• Able to work on-duty during weekends or holidays or swing shift.

Requirements

• Education: A minimum of a Bachelor degree with majors in IT-related fields (Computer Science, Information Engineering, etc.).
• Technical Skills:
  • Experience in Linux / Windows / Network / VMware / Docker / K8S system management is preferred.
  • Certificate in RHCSA / RHCE / CCNA / VCP is a plus.
  • Ability to design and execute experiments and interpret complex data.
  • Understanding and application of statistical process control methods.
  • Ability to systematically troubleshoot issues.
• Interpersonal Skills:
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills to work on cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
  • Ability to adapt priorities and responsibilities to support business needs.
  • A team player who can multitask and thrive in a very dynamic and fast-paced environment.

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.