The best company in Taiwan - Principal Engineer TSMC Employee Review

4.0
Aug 5, 2012
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Competitive Salary, Enrich knowledge in Semiconductor manufacturing, Self-motivation, good working environment, keep high competition in advanced process technology ...etc

Cons

Promotion too slow in R&D if you don't own PhD degree, long working hours, not 100% international company because there are still some of managers keep past management style ...etc

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5.0
Apr 27, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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
CEO approval
Business Outlook

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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