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Access pre-vetted Senior Java Developers from Southeast Asia. Spring Boot, microservices, fintech-grade systems. Rates from $2,700/mo.

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Hassan Yusof

Hassan Yusof

Senior Workflow Automation Engineer

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Hassan is a workflow automation engineer who specializes in Microsoft 365 and Power Platform automations. He has shipped citizen-developer programs that cut manual back-office work by 60% at enterprise clients.

Power Automate UiPath n8n Make Microsoft 365 +1

Exp

7+ Years

English

Native

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Full-time

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Nurul Aisyah

Nurul Aisyah

Senior AI Engineer

Penang, Malaysia

Nurul is a senior AI engineer with deep expertise in LLMs and production ML systems. She has built recommendation engines and NLP pipelines for SaaS and fintech companies across Southeast Asia.

Python LangChain OpenAI RAG Vector DBs +1

Exp

6+ Years

English

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Kevin Tan

Kevin Tan

Senior Mobile Developer

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Kevin is a cross-platform mobile developer who has shipped production apps for logistics, healthcare, and e-commerce clients. He brings strong UI/UX sensibility and a focus on performance optimization.

Flutter React Native Swift Kotlin Firebase +1

Exp

6+ Years

English

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Rizal Ahmad

Rizal Ahmad

Senior Backend Engineer

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Rizal is a backend engineer specializing in Java and microservices architecture. He has built fintech and payment systems serving millions of users, with deep knowledge of distributed systems and event-driven patterns.

Java Spring Boot Microservices MySQL Kafka +1

Exp

9+ Years

English

Advanced

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Andrea Lim

Andrea Lim

Senior Product Engineer

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Andrea is a product engineer who pairs design instinct with shipping speed. She has built customer-facing dashboards and growth surfaces for B2B SaaS and consumer marketplace clients.

React Next.js TypeScript Tailwind Hotjar +1

Exp

6+ Years

English

Native

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Amir Hassan

Amir Hassan

Senior Full-Stack Developer

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Amir is a full-stack developer with strong expertise in React and Next.js. He has built consumer-facing web platforms and internal tools for retail and marketplace clients, with a sharp focus on performance and clean UI.

React Next.js Node.js TypeScript Tailwind CSS +1

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7+ Years

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Why Second Talent?

Built for AI-era teams. Engineers who build, not just candidates who apply.

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AI-native engineers

Engineers who ship with Claude Code, Cursor and modern AI toolchains. They build LLM features and deploy AI tools into production.

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Strict vetting

Every engineer goes through coding tests, peer interviews, and role checks. We test for AI tools and the stack you use.

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Built for your timezone

4-8 hours of daily overlap keeps your team aligned. No 3am standups, no lag. Asia's top engineers on your schedule.

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Onboard in days

We source, match, and deploy engineers from Vietnam, Philippines and beyond, so you start building immediately.

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Animoca Brands
Web3 · Education

70%

productivity boost

10 Engineers 2 mo To scale

Animoca Brands

Jonah L., Head of Portfolio

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Carro (Beyond Cars)
Automotive

$1.5B

acquisition

70% Team growth 4 mo To scale

Carro (Beyond Cars)

Garry Y., Co-Founder

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Chow Sang Sang
Retail · 870 stores

70%

labor cost saved

30% Revenue up 14 d To hire

Chow Sang Sang

Digital Lead

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How Second Talent Works

Hiring Developer in Malaysia is Easy with Second Talent

Hire in 3 steps, not 3 months.

1

Tell Us What You Are Building

Share what to ship, automate, or scale. Plus stack, budget, and timezone overlap.

2

Meet Top Picks in 24 Hours

6–8 pre-vetted Developers in Malaysia fluent in Claude Code and modern AI stacks. Interview the ones you like.

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Ship From Day One

We handle contracts, payroll, and equipment. Your Developer in Malaysia ships real output within the first week.

What our clients say

Thanks to Second Talent, Open Campus quickly built a skilled tech team of 10 within two months, boosting productivity by 70% and accelerating our Web3 platform's development. This success has strengthened our role in decentralized education and fueled our market expansion, highlighting our leadership in Web3 innovation.

Jonah L.

Jonah L.

Head of Portfolio (raised US$100m)

Animoca Brands

Second Talent helped Beyond Cars (acquired by Carro) swiftly build a top-tier tech team in just a month, accelerating our platform's development and boosting productivity. This success allowed us to expand into new markets, ultimately leading to our acquisition by a major automotive e-commerce company.

Garry Y.

Garry Y.

Co-Founder (acquired by Carro)

Carro

Partnering with Second Talent has been a game-changer for our tech expansion. Their ability to source top-tier talent from Vietnam helped us scale rapidly while maintaining quality. Their pre-vetted candidates integrated seamlessly, and their account management ensured smooth onboarding.

Tom F.

Tom F.

Co-founder (#1 US Real Estate Coach)

Tom Ferry

Second Talent played a key role in our tech expansion, quickly providing high-quality frontend talent that integrated seamlessly into our projects. Their pre-vetted candidates, smooth onboarding process, and excellent support helped us build a strong, cost-effective team that drives our success.

Marco A.

Marco A.

Co-founder & CTO

Finno

Second Talent built our team of pre-vetted engineers who made our hiring decisions straightforward. Once onboarded, our tech team saw a significant boost in productivity and development speed. Their excellent account management and responsive customer service also ensured smooth handling of all post-onboarding HR matters.

Jack N.

Jack N.

Director of IT (10,000+ employees)

Lane Crawford

Second Talent helped us rapidly scale by sourcing top-quality SDR talent from Indonesia. Their pre-screened candidates fit perfectly, and their smooth onboarding and support built a strong, cost-effective team that helped to test and experiment sales with another market.

Leo W.

Leo W.

Co-founder (raised US$5m)

imbee

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We bring you senior Developers in Malaysia, ready to join your team in any timezone.

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Guide to Hiring Developers in Malaysia

Everything you need to know about employment laws, payroll, and compliance when hiring developers in Malaysia.

Working Hours

45 hours/week max. 8 hrs/day standard.

Overtime Pay

150% weekdays, 200% rest days, 300% public holidays.

Probation Period

Typically 3-6 months. Must be specified in the employment contract.

Leave Entitlements in Malaysia

Leave Type
Entitlement
Annual Leave
8 days (1-2 yrs), 12 days (2-5 yrs), 16 days (5+ yrs).
Sick Leave
14 days (1-2 yrs), 18 days (2-5 yrs), 22 days (5+ yrs). 60 days if hospitalized.
Maternity Leave
98 days paid. Applicable from first day of employment.
Paternity Leave
7 days paid (effective 2023 amendment).
Public Holidays
11 gazetted national holidays. Total varies by state (up to 16).

Notice Period

4 weeks (<2 yrs), 6 weeks (2-5 yrs), 8 weeks (5+ yrs).

Severance Pay

10 days/year (<2 yrs), 15 days/year (2-5 yrs), 20 days/year (5+ yrs).

Payroll & Tax in Malaysia

Component
Details
Employer Contributions
EPF 12-13% + SOCSO ~1.75% + EIS 0.2%.
Employee Contributions
EPF 11% + SOCSO ~0.5% + EIS 0.2%.
Income Tax
Progressive 0%-30%. First MYR 5,000 is tax-free.
Minimum Wage
MYR 1,500/mo (~$320) nationwide.
13th Month / Bonus
Not mandatory. Common in practice, especially in tech sector.
Senior Developer Salary
$2,800-$6,000/mo

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Payroll, taxes, social contributions, leave tracking, contracts, and compliance in Malaysia. You focus on building your product.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Java developer do?
A Java developer builds and maintains software applications using the Java programming language. They work on backend systems, REST APIs, microservices, and enterprise applications. Senior Java developers also design system architecture, review code, and make decisions about frameworks and tools. They are commonly used in banking, e-commerce, healthcare, and large-scale enterprise software.
What skills should a Java developer have?
A strong Java developer should know core Java (Java 11, 17, or 21), Spring Boot, and Hibernate. They should also have experience with databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL, cloud platforms like AWS or GCP, and containerization tools like Docker and Kubernetes. Testing skills using JUnit and Mockito, and experience with CI/CD pipelines, are also important for senior roles.
How does Second Talent vet Java developers?
We accept only the top 1% of applicants through a four-stage process. This includes a portfolio and work history review, a Java-specific technical coding challenge, a live technical interview with a senior engineer, and reference and employment verification.
How quickly can I hire a Java developer through Second Talent?
You will receive a shortlist of 3 to 5 pre-vetted Java developers within 24 hours of submitting your requirements. Most clients complete interviews and make a hire within 3 to 5 business days.
How much does it cost to hire a Java developer through Second Talent?
Java developer rates on Second Talent range from $2,700 to $7,500 per month depending on seniority, location, and specialization. There are no upfront fees or recruitment charges. You pay only when you make a hire.
Can I hire a Java developer for a specific framework like Spring Boot or Kafka?
Yes. You can specify the exact frameworks, tools, and domain experience you need when submitting your requirements. We have Java developers who specialize in Spring Boot, Apache Kafka, Hibernate, Spring Security, Spring Cloud, and more.

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