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TSMC's sales roles sit at the intersection of semiconductor technology and enterprise relationship management, requiring deep familiarity with chip design cycles, customer roadmaps, and supply chain dynamics. TSMC has a consistent track record of sponsoring international candidates for sales positions where technical credibility and industry expertise drive the hiring decision.
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This opportunity is a pivotal and entrepreneurial leadership role responsible for identifying, developing, and growing new and high-potential customer relationships for TSMC. This position focuses on expanding TSMC's market reach by engaging with innovative startups and fast-growing companies, guiding them through the foundry ecosystem, and securing initial design wins that can scale into significant revenue streams. The successful candidate will leverage deep technical expertise, exceptional business acumen, and strong program management capabilities to cultivate these nascent partnerships, negotiate initial agreements, and lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution, ultimately transforming emerging clients into strategic TSMC partners.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Account & Business Growth:
- Develop and execute comprehensive account strategies to achieve and exceed revenue growth targets for strategic, multi-million-dollar customer programs.
- Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities and design wins across TSMC's advanced process technologies (e.g., leading-edge nodes, specialty technologies for 5G, AI, HPC, automotive, IoT).
- Incubate and ramp new customer programs from initial engagement through design, tape-out, and into high-volume manufacturing, ensuring long-term revenue streams and strategic alignment.
- Manage and grow a portfolio of key customer accounts, fostering deep partnerships and driving mutual success.
Customer Relationship & Commercial Leadership
- Cultivate and maintain strong, executive-level relationships (CTO, VP, CEO) with key customer stakeholders, acting as the primary point of contact and ensuring superior customer satisfaction.
- Negotiate complex Foundry Service Agreements, Volume Purchase Agreements, RFQs, SOWs, and other commercial terms to secure favorable business outcomes and capacity commitments.
- Implement effective pricing strategies and perform cost analysis to optimize profitability and drive growth in both new and existing business.
- Lead and oversee quarterly business reviews (QBRs) and other regular executive engagements to ensure alignment on business objectives, technical roadmaps, and issue resolution.
Technical Program Management & Problem Resolution
- Serve as the primary customer interface for all program-related issues, proactively identifying and driving activities to closure with defined timelines and goals.
- Orchestrate and lead cross-functional teams within TSMC (e.g., R&D, process engineering, design services, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, logistics) to address customer technical issues, resolve design bottlenecks, optimize yield, and ensure speedy resolution.
- Manage Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) and technology collaborations, ensuring effective communication and successful technology transfer.
- Responsible for project planning, resource allocation, capacity planning, and issues tracking for critical customer programs.
Forecasting, Planning & Market Insight
- Analyze customer demand forecasts and market trends to develop accurate business plans and revenue projections for assigned accounts and regions.
- Collaborate with internal logistics and planning teams to maintain yearly business plans, provide proper capacity allocation, and meet committed deliveries.
- Provide valuable market insights and customer feedback to internal product marketing and R&D teams to influence TSMC's future technology roadmaps and service offerings.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
- 12+ years of progressive experience in account management, sales, business development, or senior program/product management roles within the semiconductor industry, preferably with a major foundry or IDM.
- Demonstrated track record of achieving significant revenue growth, securing major design wins, and successfully launching complex, high-volume programs in a foundry environment.
- Deep technical understanding of advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes, device physics, and the full IC design-to-production lifecycle.
- Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage large commercial agreements within the semiconductor ecosystem.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build rapport at all levels, from technical teams to executive leadership.
- Strong leadership capabilities with experience leading cross-functional and multicultural teams, and driving consensus in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach to addressing customer challenges and managing projects.
- Ability to travel frequently, both domestically and internationally, to engage with customers and internal TSMC teams (including Taiwan).
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or a related technical master’s degree.
- Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (reading, speaking, writing) is desirable for seamless communication with TSMC's headquarters and manufacturing teams in Taiwan.
- Extensive experience with TSMC's internal systems, processes, and customer engagement models.
- Active participation in relevant industry associations (e.g., IEEE, semiconductor groups).
Company Description
At TSMC, we don't just manufacture semiconductors; we power the innovations that define our future. As the world's largest and most advanced dedicated semiconductor foundry, we are the trusted partner to the global technology industry, providing the critical foundation for the next generation of AI, 5G, high-performance computing, automotive electronics, and IoT devices. Our unique business model is built on deep, collaborative partnerships, offering our customers unmatched process technologies, design enablement, and manufacturing capacity. With unparalleled R&D investment and a relentless pursuit of excellence, we empower our customers to bring their most ambitious visions to life and shape the technologies that are transforming the world.
Diversity statement
TSMC North America, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TSMC is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us at G_ACCOMMODATIONS@TSMC.COM. TSMC confirms to all applicants its commitment to meet TSMC’s obligations under applicable employment law. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Pay Transparency Statement
At TSMC, your base pay is only part of your overall total compensation package. At the time of this posting, this role typically pays an annual base salary between $131,500 and $200,000 per year. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires. Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range. Factors that influence pay include the individual's skills, qualifications, education, experience and the position level and location. TSMC’s total compensation package consists of market competitive pay, allowances, bonuses and comprehensive benefits. We also offer extensive development opportunities and programs.
Position Overview
This opportunity is a pivotal and entrepreneurial leadership role responsible for identifying, developing, and growing new and high-potential customer relationships for TSMC. This position focuses on expanding TSMC's market reach by engaging with innovative startups and fast-growing companies, guiding them through the foundry ecosystem, and securing initial design wins that can scale into significant revenue streams. The successful candidate will leverage deep technical expertise, exceptional business acumen, and strong program management capabilities to cultivate these nascent partnerships, negotiate initial agreements, and lead cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution, ultimately transforming emerging clients into strategic TSMC partners.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Account & Business Growth:
- Develop and execute comprehensive account strategies to achieve and exceed revenue growth targets for strategic, multi-million-dollar customer programs.
- Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities and design wins across TSMC's advanced process technologies (e.g., leading-edge nodes, specialty technologies for 5G, AI, HPC, automotive, IoT).
- Incubate and ramp new customer programs from initial engagement through design, tape-out, and into high-volume manufacturing, ensuring long-term revenue streams and strategic alignment.
- Manage and grow a portfolio of key customer accounts, fostering deep partnerships and driving mutual success.
Customer Relationship & Commercial Leadership
- Cultivate and maintain strong, executive-level relationships (CTO, VP, CEO) with key customer stakeholders, acting as the primary point of contact and ensuring superior customer satisfaction.
- Negotiate complex Foundry Service Agreements, Volume Purchase Agreements, RFQs, SOWs, and other commercial terms to secure favorable business outcomes and capacity commitments.
- Implement effective pricing strategies and perform cost analysis to optimize profitability and drive growth in both new and existing business.
- Lead and oversee quarterly business reviews (QBRs) and other regular executive engagements to ensure alignment on business objectives, technical roadmaps, and issue resolution.
Technical Program Management & Problem Resolution
- Serve as the primary customer interface for all program-related issues, proactively identifying and driving activities to closure with defined timelines and goals.
- Orchestrate and lead cross-functional teams within TSMC (e.g., R&D, process engineering, design services, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, logistics) to address customer technical issues, resolve design bottlenecks, optimize yield, and ensure speedy resolution.
- Manage Joint Development Agreements (JDAs) and technology collaborations, ensuring effective communication and successful technology transfer.
- Responsible for project planning, resource allocation, capacity planning, and issues tracking for critical customer programs.
Forecasting, Planning & Market Insight
- Analyze customer demand forecasts and market trends to develop accurate business plans and revenue projections for assigned accounts and regions.
- Collaborate with internal logistics and planning teams to maintain yearly business plans, provide proper capacity allocation, and meet committed deliveries.
- Provide valuable market insights and customer feedback to internal product marketing and R&D teams to influence TSMC's future technology roadmaps and service offerings.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Materials Science, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
- 12+ years of progressive experience in account management, sales, business development, or senior program/product management roles within the semiconductor industry, preferably with a major foundry or IDM.
- Demonstrated track record of achieving significant revenue growth, securing major design wins, and successfully launching complex, high-volume programs in a foundry environment.
- Deep technical understanding of advanced semiconductor manufacturing processes, device physics, and the full IC design-to-production lifecycle.
- Proven ability to negotiate complex contracts and manage large commercial agreements within the semiconductor ecosystem.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build rapport at all levels, from technical teams to executive leadership.
- Strong leadership capabilities with experience leading cross-functional and multicultural teams, and driving consensus in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach to addressing customer challenges and managing projects.
- Ability to travel frequently, both domestically and internationally, to engage with customers and internal TSMC teams (including Taiwan).
Desired Qualifications
- Master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or a related technical master’s degree.
- Proficiency in Mandarin Chinese (reading, speaking, writing) is desirable for seamless communication with TSMC's headquarters and manufacturing teams in Taiwan.
- Extensive experience with TSMC's internal systems, processes, and customer engagement models.
- Active participation in relevant industry associations (e.g., IEEE, semiconductor groups).
Company Description
At TSMC, we don't just manufacture semiconductors; we power the innovations that define our future. As the world's largest and most advanced dedicated semiconductor foundry, we are the trusted partner to the global technology industry, providing the critical foundation for the next generation of AI, 5G, high-performance computing, automotive electronics, and IoT devices. Our unique business model is built on deep, collaborative partnerships, offering our customers unmatched process technologies, design enablement, and manufacturing capacity. With unparalleled R&D investment and a relentless pursuit of excellence, we empower our customers to bring their most ambitious visions to life and shape the technologies that are transforming the world.
Diversity statement
TSMC North America, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce and provides Equal Employment Opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. TSMC is an equal opportunity employer prizing diversity and inclusion. We are committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity. If you require reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please feel free to notify us at G_ACCOMMODATIONS@TSMC.COM. TSMC confirms to all applicants its commitment to meet TSMC’s obligations under applicable employment law. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
Pay Transparency Statement
At TSMC, your base pay is only part of your overall total compensation package. At the time of this posting, this role typically pays an annual base salary between $131,500 and $200,000 per year. The range displayed reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hires. Actual pay may be more or less than the posted range. Factors that influence pay include the individual's skills, qualifications, education, experience and the position level and location. TSMC’s total compensation package consists of market competitive pay, allowances, bonuses and comprehensive benefits. We also offer extensive development opportunities and programs.
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Frame your background around semiconductor applications
TSMC's sales teams sell to fabless chip designers, OEMs, and system integrators. Positioning your experience around customer engagement in electronics, EDA software, or component distribution signals you understand the customer base before the interview starts.
Pursue roles tied to specific customer segments
TSMC organizes sales by customer vertical, including consumer electronics, automotive, and HPC. Targeting postings aligned with a segment where you have account history improves sponsorship likelihood because the business case for your hire is easier to document.
Clarify your visa category before submitting applications
TSMC sponsors H-1B, E-3, and Green Card pathways for sales roles. If you're an Australian citizen, the E-3 runs on a separate annual cap with no lottery, which means your timeline to authorization is faster and more predictable than an H-1B registration cycle.
Secure a degree evaluation before final interviews
TSMC's sales roles in advanced technology typically require a technical bachelor's degree to satisfy specialty occupation standards under H-1B. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation from a NACES-member service before your offer stage so the LCA and I-129 filing aren't delayed.
Build your target list using verified sponsorship data
Search open TSMC sales roles and filter by visa type on Migrate Mate, which aggregates employer sponsorship history so you can confirm TSMC actively files for the visa category you need before investing time in the application process.
Negotiate your start date around USCIS processing windows
If your offer requires H-1B cap filing, the April lottery and October 1 start date are fixed. Structure your offer negotiation so your employer counts backward from October 1 rather than a calendar date that isn't achievable under the cap-subject timeline.
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Find Sales at TSMC JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does TSMC sponsor H-1B visas for Sales roles?
Yes, TSMC sponsors H-1B visas for sales positions where the role qualifies as a specialty occupation, typically requiring a technical bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or a related field. Sales roles focused on advanced semiconductor processes, customer roadmap development, or technical account management are the most consistent fits for H-1B eligibility at TSMC.
How do I apply for Sales jobs at TSMC?
Applications go through TSMC's careers portal, where sales postings are listed by region and customer segment. Before applying, confirm the role is open to sponsored candidates by reviewing the job description for sponsorship language or using Migrate Mate to filter TSMC listings by visa type. Tailoring your resume to the specific customer vertical TSMC is hiring for significantly improves screening outcomes.
Which visa types does TSMC commonly use for Sales positions?
TSMC sponsors H-1B visas for most sales hires requiring specialty occupation classification. Australian citizens are eligible for the E-3 visa, which avoids the H-1B lottery and has a significantly shorter path to authorization. For longer-tenured employees, TSMC also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process administered by the DOL.
What qualifications does TSMC expect for sponsored Sales roles?
TSMC's sales positions in advanced semiconductor technology typically require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, materials science, physics, or a related technical field. Relevant experience in fabless chip design, EDA tools, or component distribution carries significant weight. Because the H-1B requires the role to be a specialty occupation, candidates without a directly related technical degree may need to demonstrate equivalency through a combination of education and documented work experience.
How do I manage the timeline between a TSMC sales offer and visa approval?
If you need H-1B cap sponsorship, your employment start date can't be earlier than October 1 following an April lottery selection. E-3 applicants have more flexibility since consular processing at Australian posts typically runs two to four weeks after a visa appointment is secured. In either case, confirm with TSMC's HR team early whether they file with premium processing, which reduces USCIS adjudication to 15 business days.
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