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Ryan Goh

Senior Data Engineer

Singapore

Ryan is a data engineer with expertise in building scalable data platforms. He has designed real-time analytics pipelines and data warehousing solutions for retail and financial services companies.

Python Apache Spark dbt BigQuery Airflow +1

Exp

8+ Years

English

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Nathan Wong

Senior SEO Engineer

Singapore

Nathan is an SEO engineer with a data engineering background. He builds rank-tracking pipelines, log-file analysis tools, and crawl-budget dashboards for enterprise SEO teams.

Next.js SEO Schema.org Core Web Vitals GA4 Looker Studio +1

Exp

8+ Years

English

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Wei Chong

Senior Move Engineer

Singapore

Wei is a Move engineer with deep experience on Sui and Aptos. He has shipped object-centric apps, perpetuals, and gas-station infra for crypto teams launching on Move-based L1s.

Move Sui Aptos Rust TypeScript +1

Exp

7+ Years

English

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Ravi Suresh

Senior Marketing Automation Engineer

Singapore

Ravi is a marketing automation engineer who connects CRMs, data warehouses, and product analytics. He has rebuilt attribution and lifecycle stacks for B2B SaaS companies post-Series B.

Marketo Pardot Salesforce Snowflake dbt +1

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8+ Years

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Sarah Chen

Senior Backend Developer

Singapore

Sarah is a backend developer with strong expertise in Java and event-driven architectures. She has built payment and trading systems handling millions of transactions for fintech and banking clients.

Java Spring Boot Microservices PostgreSQL Kafka +1

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7+ Years

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Wei Tan

Senior Workflow Automation Engineer

Singapore

Wei is a workflow automation engineer who connects revenue, product, and finance systems. He has rebuilt internal tooling and integration layers for B2B SaaS scale-ups, eliminating dozens of manual handoffs.

Workato Zapier Tray.io Webhooks REST APIs +1

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8+ Years

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Guide to Hiring Developers in Singapore

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

Working Hours

44 hours/week max for employees earning under SGD 4,500/mo.

Overtime Pay

150% for non-workmen earning under SGD 2,600/mo. No statutory OT for higher earners.

Probation Period

Typically 3-6 months. Not mandated by law but standard practice.

Leave Entitlements in Singapore

Leave Type

Entitlement

Annual Leave

7 days (1st year) to 14 days (8+ years). Pro-rated for part-time.

Sick Leave

14 days outpatient + 60 days hospitalization (after 6 months service).

Maternity Leave

16 weeks paid (government-funded for 3rd+ child).

Paternity Leave

2 weeks paid (government-funded).

Public Holidays

11 gazetted holidays. Extra day off if holiday falls on Sunday.

Notice Period

Per contract (typically 1-3 months). Default: 1 day to 4 weeks.

Severance Pay

No statutory severance. Retrenchment benefit: 2 weeks-1 month per year (common).

Payroll & Tax in Singapore

Component

Details

Employer Contributions

CPF up to 17% (age-dependent). Skills Development Levy 0.25%.

Employee Contributions

CPF up to 20% (age-dependent, capped at SGD 6,800/mo).

Income Tax

Progressive 0%-24%. No capital gains tax. First SGD 20,000 at 0-2%.

Minimum Wage

No general minimum wage. Progressive Wage Model for specific sectors.

13th Month / Bonus

Not mandatory. Annual bonus (AWS) is common, typically 1-2 months.

Senior Developer Salary

$5,000-$9,000/mo

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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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