TSMC Software Engineer interview experience

Three interviewers went through questions that started with my resume and then shifted into behavioral topics, especially how I handle conflict or difficult situations. They also asked direct “why” questions—why I was interested in the company and why I chose a specific related program or path (they explicitly asked about both).

The combination of behavioral depth plus the motivation questions made the tone feel demanding. I felt like they were trying to see how I’d operate in real friction, not just how I’d talk about achievements. Even with preparation on my side, the difficulty level