Remote Software Engineer Salary in Malaysia

How much do remote developers in Malaysia expect to make? $60,403 per year on average (based on self-reported data).

This estimated average salary is based on the expected salaries of Arc Developers in that location. Remote software engineer salaries in Malaysia are around average for Asia. Below are some things to consider when hiring developers based in this location or building your next engineering hub.

$60,403USD
Avg. Developer Salary
$71,474USD
Avg. Senior Developer Salary

Salary breakdown by expertise

Use the dropdown to compare software engineer salaries in Malaysia with another location.

Compare with:
Singapore
Malaysia remote developer salaryMalaysia
Front-end Developer
$57,722
$68,588
Back-end Developer
$57,813
$72,064
Data Scientist
$61,286
$74,222
App Developer
$55,036
$70,122
DevOps Engineer
$63,570
$79,600

English Proficiency in Malaysia

high
#26
Ranking out of 100 locations/regionsLearn more
Proficiency
very high
high
moderate
low
very low

About software engineer salary in Malaysia

Work with great developers — who just happen to be outside your zip code.We built this tool to help you understand how much remote developers expect to be paid annually across different countries around the world. Software engineer salary in Malaysia are calculated using self-reported data from remote developers based in Malaysia, and may not be representative of local salaries.Learn More

The salary data is based on the expected salary of over 300,000 remote developers in Arc's network. Developers provide us with their expected salary after passing our comprehensive vetting process (click here to learn more about Arc’s vetting process).

In addition to software development experience, our research indicates two other major factors that affect salary expectations:

・Local rent and cost of living.
・English ability (in countries where English is not the primary language, developers with a good command of English can often charge a premium compared to local rates).

In addition to providing a base salary, organizations may offer remote developers a more comprehensive package when hired long-term. This package may include benefits such as health insurance, equipment stipends, cash bonuses for high performance, company equity, etc. (For more information on benefits frequently offered to remote developers, click here.)

Hire remote developers in Malaysia with Arc

Talha H. - developer in Malaysia
Talha H.

Result-Driven JavaScript professional with 10+ year of experience in Software Development Hands on expertise in System Design & Architecture, Infrastructure, Design Docs, and Tech Lead. Hands on expertise as team-player and Team-Lead in diverse and remote teams Raised Startups from ground up and has been key player in research, implement, deployments and growth. Strong expertise in Cloud such as AWS, GWS and Azure Collaborated in Scrum with Product managers to streamline in agile Devised measures to overcome challenges of legacy infrastructure for system migration Experienced in Maps and GIS Contributed as Technical Hiring Manager and Engineering Manager and is originally hands-on full stack javascript, node, react engineer

Farhan G. - developer in Malaysia
Farhan G.

Experienced and self-taught software developer with a decade of expertise in the industry. Highly skilled in creating innovative software solutions, optimizing performance, and delivering high-quality products. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth, with a goal to specialize in the field of software development. Known for a strong aptitude for problem-solving, collaboration, and a deep understanding of various programming languages and frameworks. Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects, meeting tight deadlines, and exceeding client expectations. A passionate and dedicated professional, eager to contribute technical proficiency and industry knowledge to drive impactful results.

Vin L. - developer in Malaysia
Vin L.

Over 10 years of experience in software development and product management, excel at understanding business and functional requirements, effectively translating into successful software solutions that align with project goals. Google Developer Expert in Web Technologies, Polygon Developer Advocate, and Certified Laravel Developer.

Salary reports by technologies

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