485 Vice President Engineering jobs in Malaysia

Cyberjaya, Malaysia | Posted on 09/09/2025

Deriv is an AI-first company at the forefront of transforming the trading industry through cutting-edge technology. We are seeking an exceptional and visionary VP of Engineering to lead our technical innovation and drive the strategic direction of our engineering initiatives. This pivotal role demands a blend of hands-on technical leadership, strategic management, and a proven ability to build and scale high-performing engineering teams.

• Define and drive the technical vision and roadmap for engineering solutions, aligning with overall business objectives.
• Actively participate in and guide the architectural design, development and lead the implementation of state-of-the-art solutions.
• Strong technical abilities in AWS, DevOps, Docker, Kubernetes, Microservices architecture and other cloud technologies.
• Have a strong background in distributed systems, and API development

• Develop and execute comprehensive technology roadmaps that directly support and accelerate business growth and innovation.
• Foster strong collaboration with cross-functional leadership teams (Product, Business Development, Operations)
• Lead critical architecture decisions for large-scale, cloud-based solutions, ensuring scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.
• Optimize and balance resource allocation across multiple, high-impact initiatives, ensuring strategic alignment and efficient execution.
• Serve as a key technical advisor to the executive leadership team, influencing strategic decisions related to engineering and technology.

• Build, lead, mentor, and inspire a world-class, high-performing engineering organization.
• Provide visionary technical mentorship and comprehensive career development guidance to a diverse team of engineers, fostering continuous growth and excellence.
• Cultivate a vibrant culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence within the engineering team.
• Drive strategic recruitment efforts to attract, onboard, and retain top-tier talent.

• Extensive experience with leading cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP, Azure) and a solid understanding of edge computing solutions.
• Deep experience with databases such as PostgreSQL, Weaviate, Pinecone, Milvus.
• Strong software development skills in Node.js, C++ or other languages.
• Drive the development of sophisticated autonomous and multi-agent systems environments

• 16+ years of progressive experience in engineering leadership and leading large teams of 40 to 50.
• A proven track record of successfully delivering and scaling complex, enterprise-grade projects from conception to deployment, demonstrating tangible business impact.
• Extensive experience with agile development methodologies and a commitment to iterative delivery.
• Exceptional ability to balance deep technical understanding with strong business acumen, translating technical capabilities into strategic business advantages.
• Superior communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strategic thinking, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a results-oriented mindset.

We pay competitive salaries based on your skills, qualifications, experience and market rates. Additionally, you’ll be eligible for an annual bonus based on individual and company performance.

You’ll also receive comprehensive health benefits, including private medical insurance, life insurance, and health screenings.

You’ll get generous annual and parental leave, and we’ll cover the costs of professional development and education related to advancing your career at Deriv.

You’ll be part of our flagship headquarters in Cyberjaya, home to 600 talented professionals driving innovation in online trading. Our purpose-built, five-storey building enhances collaboration and creativity, leveraging cutting-edge AI and no-code/low-code platforms to push boundaries. You’ll join a vibrant workplace where weekly knowledge-sharing sessions, cross-functional collaborations, and cultural celebrations create an engaging atmosphere. You'll work in a stimulating, high-tech environment featuring modern conference rooms, a fully-furnished gym, and barista-made coffee, all designed to keep you motivated and inspired.

At Deriv HQ, we merge technology, automation, and creativity to shape the future. Join our global team and help us serve over two million traders worldwide.

Our culture is unique, and we live by our values and leadership principles, so it's worth learning more about Deriv’s culture.

SUMMARY OF OVERALL ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

To co-lead in the development of data and data pipeline architecture, as well as optimizing data flow and collection for cross functional teams. To work on optimal data delivery architecture that is consistent throughout ongoing projects for the organization.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND TASKS

• Lead sub-unit to construct, test and maintain architectures such as databases and large-scale processing systems of data.
• Spearhead processes supporting data transformation, data structures, metadata, dependency and workload management.
• Create and maintain analytics infrastructure that enables almost every other function within the data scopes.
• Champion the sub-unit to Identify, design, and implement internal process improvements such as automating manual processes, optimizing data delivery, re-designing infrastructure for greater scalability etc.
• As a subject expert in building data lake and data tools for analytics and data science team members that assist them in building and optimizing our solution into an innovative industry leader.
• Work and lead with stakeholders to identify the business requirements and the expected outcome especially on improving efficiency, productivity and monetization using various data science methodology.
• Co-lead with vendors/consultants on various analytics projects and apply the best practice for internal usage.
• Collaborate with different units in the Data Analytics Centre and other departments to support data collection, integration and retention requirements.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

At least a bachelor's degree in any of the following disciplines but not limited to:

• Mathematics
• Computer Science
• Statistics
• Economics
• Actuarial
• Data Science
• Knowledge of various technological decision making for the business's future data, analysis, and reporting needs.
• Have involved in the development of stakeholder-ready deliverables and presenting them with confidence and influential.
• Preferably to have Big Data Analytics short-term courses or have obtained certification in Data Science.
• At least 5 years working experience of relevant database architecting, preparation, design and modelling.
• Knowledge of database architecture, data modelling, data warehousing, ETL methodologies and compute engineering.
• Experience with SQL/Phyton/SAS/Tableau/R/SPSS/Adobe or other Machine Learning programming languages.
• Experience with Hadoop/Hybrid/Cloud and other data storage tools.
• Have involved in the development of data marts, data lakes and databases.
• Leadership or Management of team members in the past employment.
• Proficient in Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence.

Engineering Director

Drive and manage manufacturing, providing innovative solutions for projects across a wide range of consumer electronics products.

The Job Role:

• Lead a team of Engineers and provide overall direction of assigned projects with latest technology innovation and concepts
• Actively seek and drive development of new products or technologies and improve existing products
• Identify cost effective raw material options and develop cost containment strategies
• Manage the development of products, processes, sample/ prototype development and final product
• Work to build and maintain effective relationships with customers and suppliers
• Responsible for driving and seeing high priority projects to completion
• Ensure appropriate project management, monitoring and regular follow up

Requirements:

• Degree in Electronic / Electrical Engineering or related qualifications
• Preferably with at least 10 years of product development experience in the Electronics Industry
• Be up-to-date on new technology and ability to understand market/ customer requirements
• Significant, sustained product development and delivery record
• Analytical, strategic thinker, and resourceful with good business acumen
• Independent, and possess high drive to excel
• Travelling may be required

Overview

Robert Walters Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Software Engineering Director

Robert Walters Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

A leading global organisation is seeking a Software Engineering Director to join their core leadership team in Kuala Lumpur. This pivotal role offers you the chance to lead and transform a distributed engineering organisation, driving strategic expansion and technical innovation across multiple regions. You will shape the future of People & Payroll products by championing AI-assisted development practices, modernising legacy systems, and ensuring world-class uptime and quality standards. The role offers flexible working arrangements, direct influence on technical direction, and access to cutting-edge tools and technologies, making it an exceptional opportunity for someone passionate about both people management and technical excellence.

• Lead and transform a distributed engineering organisation spanning Australia and Kuala Lumpur, guiding a team of 30-40 professionals with plans to expand further in Kuala Lumpur.
• Drive the adoption of AI-native development practices and oversee the migration of legacy applications to modern .NET SaaS solutions, ensuring a robust technical strategy and architecture.
• Support flexible work arrangements (three days in office, two remote) and foster global collaboration to shape team culture and product direction.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and inspire a distributed engineering organisation across time zones, oversee large-scale migrations from legacy systems to modern cloud-based architectures, and embed AI-driven development practices into the engineering process.
• Set technical direction for critical People & Payroll products while ensuring robust quality controls to prevent production issues.
• Mentor managers and build cross-regional relationships to foster an inclusive, collaborative culture.
• Balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution to drive successful project outcomes without compromising customer experience or service levels.
• Collaborate with Product Management to deliver on roadmaps while maintaining high customer satisfaction.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders in the UK and Australia to align on product strategy and operational priorities.
• Drive cost optimisation and promote accountability, rapid delivery, and continuous improvement in Kuala Lumpur.

• Over fifteen years of software development experience with deep proficiency across multiple technology stacks, including Microsoft .NET, SQL, Azure PaaS, Java, React Native or Angular.
• Deep understanding of AI-native development methodologies and experience integrating AI as a core component throughout the software lifecycle.
• Cloud-native architecture and distributed systems design expertise ensuring scalability, security, and performance.
• Ability to develop technical strategies and roadmaps aligned with business goals while navigating complex system integrations.
• Experience establishing robust software development lifecycle processes, release cadences, and quality standards.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and ability to influence cross-regional teams, with clear communication across cultures and time zones.
• Proven track record in end-to-end project leadership, risk management, and cross-team collaboration.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to bridge engineering cultures between dispersed teams.
• Experience driving cost optimisation through operational efficiency in global centres of excellence.
• Commitment to mentoring and developing managers and building high-performing squads empowered by AI tools.

This organisation emphasizes global collaboration and continuous learning within a rapidly evolving tech landscape. Based in Kuala Lumpur’s Global Operations Centre, you will have access to the latest tools, including AI development platforms, and opportunities to influence local team culture and broader product direction. Flexible working arrangements (three days onsite, two remote) support work-life balance, with a focus on delivering high-impact projects that are visible across the business. The environment values diversity of thought and technical excellence, offering a platform to make tangible contributions.

If you are excited by combining technical leadership with people-focused management on impactful projects, this is your moment. Apply today by following the link below. We will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number: -T
Licence Number: JTKSM 423C

• Director

• Full-time

• Information Technology
• Industries: Software Development

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Responsibilities (as an IC)

• Hands-on technical leadership: Architect, design, and contribute to critical mobile components (iOS/Android) ensuring performance, scalability, and security.
• Technical depth: Stay close to the code by reviewing design docs, doing deep code/design reviews, and occasionally contributing code in complex or high-risk areas.
• System design & innovation: Drive architectural decisions for mobile apps and SDKs, balancing technical trade-offs, performance, and user experience.
• Experimentation & measurement: Define, implement, and analyze robust A/B experiments, ensuring mobile solutions are data-driven and user-focused.
• Technical bar-raising: Lead initiatives in test automation, release pipelines, and app observability to improve velocity and reliability.
• Cross-stack ownership: Collaborate closely with backend, infra, and design to ensure end-to-end mobile experience is seamless and resilient.

Responsibilities (as a Manager)

• Team leadership: Manage and grow a team of managers and engineers across mobile domains, setting clear expectations and enabling them to succeed.
• Roadmap ownership: Partner with product and design to define the product roadmap, translate business goals into technical plans, and ensure execution.
• Delivery accountability: Own planning (bi-annual/quarterly) and ensure smooth delivery of engineering and product commitments.
• Org building: Attract, retain, and develop top talent; mentor engineers and managers to take on greater scope.
• Engineering excellence: Define and enforce quality, availability, and security metrics across mobile; foster a culture of technical rigor and accountability.
• Strategic alignment: Represent mobile engineering at the leadership level, drive cross-org initiatives, and ensure mobile is a first-class citizen in the company's strategy.
• Agility: Continuously evolve team structures and staffing to match business priorities, pivoting quickly when required.

Requirements

• A degree in computer science or equivalent with 8+ years experience on mobile technologies.
• A track record of technical leadership in product development and people management.
• Experience working for a start-up or scale-up is preferred.
• Some experience leading teams, collaborating with product, design, and commercial teams, and driving large-scale product launches.
• Possess strong communication skills and can communicate complex technical topics to technical and non-technical audiences effectively.
• A cultural role model with a strong sense of humility and empathy coupled with a bias for action and a passionate commitment to engineering excellence.
• Deep understanding in banking technology is essential but not mandatory.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Extensive experience (5+ years) in mechanical systems, preferably in Data Centre or critical infrastructure environments.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical design principles, installation practices, and maintenance procedures.
• Proven track record in troubleshooting complex mechanical systems and implementing effective solutions.
• Experience in system monitoring and optimization, with proficiency in relevant tools and technologies.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience working in APAC and other global regions is a plus, demonstrating an understanding of regional regulatory requirements and operational challenges.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to support global projects and initiatives.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Health insurance

A leading global organisation is seeking a Software Engineering Director to join their core leadership team in Kuala Lumpur.

Software Engineering Director

This pivotal role offers you the chance to lead and transform a distributed engineering organisation, driving strategic expansion and technical innovation across multiple regions. You will play a key part in shaping the future of People & Payroll products by championing AI-assisted development practices, modernising legacy systems, and ensuring world-class uptime and quality standards. With flexible working arrangements, direct influence on technical direction, and access to cutting-edge tools and technologies, this is an exceptional opportunity for someone passionate about both people management and technical excellence. If you are ready to make a significant impact on high-revenue projects while collaborating with talented professionals worldwide, this role provides the perfect platform for your next career move.

• Be at the forefront of a major engineering transformation, leading a growing team of 30-40 professionals with plans to expand further in Kuala Lumpur.
• Drive the adoption of AI-native development practices and oversee the migration of legacy applications to modern .NET SaaS solutions, ensuring robust technical strategy and architecture.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements (three days in office, two remote), global collaboration opportunities, and direct involvement in shaping both team culture and product direction.

What you'll do:

As Software Engineering Director, you will be entrusted with leading a diverse team through an exciting period of growth and transformation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve guiding distributed teams across multiple time zones, overseeing large-scale migrations from legacy systems to modern cloud-based architectures, and embedding AI-driven development practices into every facet of the engineering process. You will be instrumental in setting technical direction for critical People & Payroll products while ensuring that robust quality measures prevent production issues. By mentoring managers and building strong cross-regional relationships, you will help create an inclusive culture where collaboration thrives. Your ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution will be essential as you drive successful project outcomes without disrupting customer experience or service levels.

• Lead and inspire a distributed engineering organisation spanning Australia and Kuala Lumpur, fostering a collaborative environment that supports professional growth and high performance.
• Play an integral role in hiring and onboarding up to 50 additional engineers as part of a strategic expansion initiative within the Kuala Lumpur Global Operations Centre.
• Drive the migration of legacy desktop applications to state-of-the-art .NET SaaS solutions, ensuring seamless transitions that support business objectives.
• Champion the adoption of AI-assisted development tools such as Devin and other advanced platforms, achieving full integration across all engineering teams.
• Own the technical strategy and architectural vision for People & Payroll products, maintaining industry-leading uptime targets and service reliability.
• Establish best-in-class software development lifecycle practices, release cadences, and quality standards that underpin engineering excellence.
• Partner closely with Product Management to deliver on roadmap commitments while maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction aligned with business sponsor expectations.
• Mentor 2-3 Software Engineering Managers, empowering them to build high-performing squads augmented by AI capabilities.
• Collaborate effectively with stakeholders in the UK and Australia to ensure alignment on product strategy, technical direction, and operational priorities.
• Drive cost optimisation initiatives through efficient operations in Kuala Lumpur while fostering a culture of accountability, rapid delivery, and continuous improvement.

What you bring:

To excel as Software Engineering Director in this role, your background should reflect deep technical proficiency combined with outstanding people management abilities. Your extensive experience across various technology stacks-particularly within Microsoft ecosystems-will enable you to confidently guide teams through complex migrations while maintaining rigorous quality standards. A passion for leveraging AI-native development tools will set you apart as you embed these practices into daily workflows. Your success will also depend on your capacity for empathetic stakeholder engagement across different cultures and time zones; clear communication skills are vital when aligning regional strategies or explaining intricate technical decisions. Experience managing large-scale projects from inception through delivery demonstrates your reliability under pressure. Above all else, your commitment to fostering an inclusive environment where knowledge sharing is encouraged will help shape a supportive culture that values both individual contributions and collective achievement.

• Over fifteen years of extensive experience in software development with proven expertise across multiple technology stacks including Microsoft .NET, SQL, Azure PaaS services or equivalent programming languages such as Java, React Native or Angular.
• Deep understanding of AI-native development methodologies including prompt engineering, LLM-powered architectures, agentic AI coding systems like Devin or Claude Code, and experience integrating AI as a core component throughout the software lifecycle.
• Distinguished mastery of cloud native architecture principles and distributed systems design that ensures scalability, security, and optimal performance across complex environments.
• Demonstrated ability to develop technical strategies and roadmaps that align with business goals while navigating heterogeneous system integrations during periods of organisational change.
• Expertise in establishing robust software development lifecycle processes that drive code quality, release cadence discipline, and adherence to high-quality standards.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills with experience influencing cross-regional teams (Australia, Kuala Lumpur, UK) while communicating complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proven track record in project leadership including end-to-end delivery ownership for major initiatives involving risk management, dependency coordination, and cross-team collaboration.
• Strong interpersonal skills that foster trust-building during cultural transitions; adept at bridging engineering cultures between geographically dispersed teams.
• Experience driving cost optimisation initiatives through operational efficiency improvements within global centres of excellence.
• Commitment to nurturing talent through mentorship of managers and supporting the creation of high-performing squads empowered by AI-driven tools.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its commitment to global collaboration and continuous learning within a rapidly evolving technological landscape. As part of their new strategic engineering leadership team based in Kuala Lumpur's Global Operations Centre, you will have direct access to the latest tools-including advanced AI development platforms-and opportunities to influence both local team culture and broader product direction. Flexible working arrangements (three days onsite with two remote) support work-life balance while encouraging meaningful connections among colleagues worldwide. The company's focus on delivering high-impact projects means your contributions will be visible at every level; you'll be empowered not only to shape how things are done but also who does them as you help grow the team. With a reputation for valuing diversity of thought alongside technical excellence, this is an ideal environment for those who thrive on making tangible differences within supportive networks committed to shared success.

What's next:

If you are excited by the prospect of combining technical leadership with people-focused management on truly impactful projects-this is your moment

Apply today by clicking on the link below to take your place at the heart of this transformative journey.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd

Business Registration Number : T

Licence Number : JTKSM 423C

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Engineering Director (Delivery Lead) to drive the design, development, and delivery of Adobe Experience Manager solutions. The ideal candidate will lead a team of highly skilled engineers, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and ensure scalable, secure, and high-performance digital experiences.

Position Responsibilities:

• Technical Leadership:

• Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of AEM-based solutions.

• Provide guidance and mentorship to AEM developers, as well as front-end, back-end and other full stack engineers.

• Define best practices and enforce coding standards.

• Project Delivery:

• Collaborate with product owners, UX/UI designers, and business analysts to translate requirements into technical solutions.

• Oversee development sprints, code reviews, and deployment processes.

• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality features and enhancements.

• Platform Expertise:

• Customize and extend AEM components, templates, workflows, and integrations.

• Optimize AEM performance, scalability, and security.

• Preferably experience with AEM cloud environment, Cloud manager and other Adobe MarTech solutions.

• Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Work closely with DevOps, QA, and infrastructure teams to support CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in web development, with 3+ years in AEM.
• Strong proficiency in Java, JCR, Sling, OSGi, and Apache Felix.
• Experience with front-end technologies: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, React/Angular (preferred).
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP).
• Hands-on experience with AEM 6.x, including Sites, Assets, and Forms.
• Knowledge of CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Git, Maven) and agile methodologies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) in AEM.
• Experience with Adobe Marketing Cloud and Adobe Analytics.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

When you join our team:

• We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

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Working Arrangement

Hybrid