Great learning opportunity, but intense workload - Software Development Engineer TSMC Employee Review

4.0
3 Apr 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Great place to grow technical skills Exposure to large-scale systems and real-world manufacturing data Collaborative teammates with deep domain knowledge Stable company with long-term projects

Cons

Work-life balance can be challenging, with frequent overtime Limited flexibility and high expectations even for junior roles Some legacy systems and processes make implementation slow

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TSMC Response
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Thank you for sharing your feedback. Our mission is to create a supportive workplace where passionate and ambitious colleagues can work together to take on the next big challenge. We are happy to hear that this was also your experience with your teammates. Given our foundry business, you are correct that there are times when overtime is needed based on customer demands. We are looking into initiatives that can improve work life harmony. We have also implemented wellness programs and resources to help employees manage stress. Your comments are valuable to us as we continue to enhance employee experiences. We wish you all the best.

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