Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Network Engineer to join our IT Infrastructure team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining enterprise network infrastructure across corporate offices, advanced manufacturing facilities, and data center environments.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in ensuring high availability, performance, scalability, and security while supporting business-critical and manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

Network Architecture Design and Deployment

• Design, configure and implement enterprise network infrastructure, including routers, switches, firewalls, wireless access points, and network security solutions.
• Develop and maintain network automation solutions using Python, Ansible, and Terraform to streamline network configuration, deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Design and implement CI/CD pipelines and automated workflows to eliminate repetitive manual tasks and improve deployment consistency and operational efficiency.

Operations & Maintenance

• Perform routine updates, patch management, system upgrades, and hardware refreshes. Continuously monitor network performance and metrics (bandwidth usage, latency, loss) to optimize throughput.

Security & Compliance

• Implement and enforce network security measures (ACLs, firewall rules, IPS, network segmentation) to safeguard sensitive data and prevent unauthorized access. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards.

Troubleshooting & Incident Management

• Diagnose and resolve Layer 1 through Layer 7 network incidents, working closely with system administrators, cabling engineers, and internal users.

Documentation & Asset Management

• Maintain accurate topology diagrams, IP address management systems, operational runbooks, and equipment inventories.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Cisco (Catalyst/Nexus/Wireless), Fortinet and Palo Alto Networks platforms.
• Strong hands-on experience in Linux CLI, Python, and Shell scripting for network operational task automation.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexible to work non-standard hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of hands-on experience with standard protocols (VxLAN, BGP, OSPF, STP, VLANs, LACP, IPv4/IPv6) and core services (DNS, DHCP).
• Prior experience in large-scale semiconductor manufacturing, industrial IoT, or 24/7 mission-critical data center environments.
• Cisco CCNP Enterprise (or CCNP Routing & Switching), AWS Networking Specialty, Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700), or GCP Professional Cloud Network Engineer.

Physical Requirements

• This role requires the ability to work across office, clean-room, and data center environments, performing tasks that range from standard office duties to specialized operations in controlled spaces, including the ability to occasionally stand, walk, reach, bend, and carry light objects.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to use a computer, keyboard, mouse and other standard office equipment for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to complete any travel requirements, if applicable
• Able to wear clean-room suit while standing and/or walking in the FAB as needed.

Shift Expectation

TSMC Arizona operates 24/7, 365 days a year. This position requires candidates to have the ability and willingness to work from Monday through Friday 9am-6pm, and work on-call every few weeks. When on-call, candidates are expected to respond to the call 24x7 for that whole week.

Application Consideration Consent:

By applying to this position, I acknowledge and agree that my application and qualifications may be considered for other roles within the company. However, I reserve the right to withdraw my consent for future consideration of other roles within the company at any time.

Candidates must be willing and able to work on-site at our Phoenix, Arizona facility.

As a valued member of the TSMC family, we place a significant focus on your health and well-being. When you are at your best-physically, mentally, and financially-our company thrives. TSMC offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits program that includes:

• 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.

Work Location: 5088 W. Innovation Circle, Phoenix, AZ 85083