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    Tien Wu, PhD

    Chief Executive Officer
    ASE

    Dr. Tien Wu is the Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Semiconductor Engineering, Inc. (ASE) and concurrently the Chief Executive Officer of Universal Scientific Industrial Co., Ltd. (USI). He is also a member of the Board of Directors and Chief Operating Officer of the ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: ASX, TWSE: 3711).

    Tien currently serves as Chair of SEMI International Board, providing leadership in evolving the association’s operations, programs and services worldwide to support industry growth and its member companies. He also serves as a Board Member of the Global Semiconductor Association (GSA).

    In 2024, Tien was elected to the United States National Academy of Engineering in recognition of distinguished contributions in the advancements of sustainable electronics manufacturing and the high-volume production of semiconductor packaging. NAE members represent a select group of senior global professionals who have distinguished themselves through technical accomplishments and leadership.

    Prior to joining ASE, Tien held several management positions within IBM including R&D, manufacturing and sales in the United States, Europe and Asia-Pacific. He holds twelve U.S. patents and has authored over twenty-five articles. Tien holds a BSCE degree from National Taiwan University and also earned MS and Ph.D. degrees in mechanical engineering and applied mechanics respectively from the University of Pennsylvania. In 2015, Tien received an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Science from Binghamton University.

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