TSMC Arizona - Photomask Data Preparation/ System Administration Engineer

TSMC • USA-Arizona, AZ

5d • Onsite

About The Position

TSMC Arizona’s EBO is responsible for EUV and optical photomask making, including leading-edge photomask writing, processing, inspection, repair, cleaning, and metrology. The Photomask Data Preparation/System Administration Engineer supports project management, architecture design, implementation, and operations across server management, tapeout services, and mask data preparation. The role focuses on operating, troubleshooting, and continuously improving system servers and mask data preparation processes. It involves collaboration with internal departments and global teams across time zones. Candidates must be willing and able to work on-site at the Phoenix, Arizona facility. Training is in Phoenix, AZ, and travel is not required. Scheduled weekday/night shifts and weekend on-duty rotations are needed.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an IT-related field, such as Computer Science or Information Engineering.
• Ability to design and execute experiments and interpret complex data.
• Understanding and application of statistical process control methods.
• Ability to systematically troubleshoot issues.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional and geographically dispersed teams.
• Ability to adapt priorities and responsibilities to support business needs.
• Ability to multitask and work as a team player in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Willingness and ability to work on-site at the Phoenix, Arizona facility.
• Availability for scheduled weekday/night shifts and weekend on-duty rotations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Linux, Windows, networking, VMware, Docker, or Kubernetes system management.
• RHCSA, RHCE, CCNA, or VCP certification.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a modern, efficient, and stable IT workplace for internal and external users.
• Manage Linux systems and maintain smooth operation of the mask data preparation environment.
• Design new IT architectures and manage related projects.
• Implement and maintain corporate IT security enhancements, including IP management, AWL, ACL, and Gatekeeper.
• Manage Windows, database systems such as Oracle and DB2, VMware, and Docker/Kubernetes servers.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and continuously improve mask data preparation processes.
• Perform tape-out operations.
• Handle mask data operations and verification.
• Manage mask pattern conversion and OPC handling.
• Collaborate with TSMC internal fabs and departments on engineering tasks and setup of new business flows.
• Communicate and work closely with EBO engineers across Arizona and Taiwan time zones.
• Work scheduled weekday/night shifts and weekend on-duty rotations, with availability for holiday or swing-shift duty as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Income-protection programs providing financial assistance during injury or illness.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid time-off programs and holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level