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Latest Telecommunications Jobs in Malaysia

ACCOUNT MANAGER (ACM)

CelcomDigi
Contract

The Account Manager (ACM) is responsible for managing Controlled Channel Partners and their outlets' performance. This role plays a crucial part in driving Postpaid sales distribution and ensuring compliance with CelcomDigi values.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Product Management Specialist

CelcomDigi
Full-Time

The Product Management Specialist is responsible for driving the commercialization and go-to-market strategies for ICT solutions. This role serves as a vital link between various business units, ensuring that solutions are market-ready and aligned with business priorities.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Technology Learning Lead

Maxis Communications
Full-Time

The Technology Learning Lead is responsible for designing and delivering structured technical learning programs across various technology domains. This role significantly impacts the development of innovative content and the enhancement of learning experiences within the organization.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Technician

Dancom TT&L Telecommunications (M) Sdn Bhd
Full-Time

The Technician is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting telecommunications equipment and systems. This role involves working closely with clients to ensure their needs are met while collaborating with team members to enhance service delivery and compliance with safety standards.

Penang
MYR 2000 - 2500

Assistant Manager, Partner Sales (Sabah)

U Mobile
Full-Time

The Assistant Manager, Partner Sales (Sabah) is responsible for driving sales growth through Enterprise Business Partner channels. This role focuses on achieving sales targets while fostering strong partnerships in the Corporate and SME market segments.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Mid-Market Account Manager (Sarawak)

Maxis Communications
Full-Time

The Mid-Market Account Manager is responsible for building and maintaining long-term relationships with mid-market clients. This role involves understanding client needs and offering tailored Maxis solutions to drive business growth.

Sarawak
Undisclosed

Management Associate (CEO-Mentored Track)

CelcomDigi
Internship

The Management Associate (CEO-Mentored Track) is responsible for developing future leaders within the organization. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with senior management, gaining insights and experience in various business functions.

Kuala Lumpur
MYR 3000

Capability Experience Lead

Maxis Communications
Full-Time

The Capability Experience Lead is responsible for owning the capability program lifecycle. This role involves ensuring that initiatives are effectively planned, designed, delivered, reviewed, and continuously improved to enhance learning experiences across the organization.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Head of GTM & Business Operations

Maxis Communications
Full-Time

The Head of GTM & Business Operations is responsible for leading campaign go-to-market strategies and business operations to drive consumer segment growth. This role involves translating commercial priorities into actionable sales plays and execution plans, ensuring effective product rollout and maximizing sales impact.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Lead Optical Transport

Time dotCom Berhad
Full-Time

The Lead Optical Transport is responsible for overseeing network planning and design within the Optical Transport Team. This role significantly impacts the development of scalable network solutions and cost optimization strategies in a dynamic telecommunications environment.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Head of Insights & Market Intelligence

Maxis Communications
Full-Time

The Head of Insights & Market Intelligence is responsible for designing and revealing insights that help the organization meet its customer-centric goals. This role involves collaborating with various business divisions to develop research strategies and manage data infrastructures effectively.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Network Solution Architect Specialist (Enterprise Business)

Maxis Communications
Full-Time

The Network Solution Architect Specialist is responsible for driving new sales and upselling opportunities through tailored networking solutions. This role involves close collaboration with sales and service managers, ensuring customer needs are met while staying abreast of emerging technologies.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Telecommunications Career Guides

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated August 2026

About Telecommunications Jobs in Malaysia

Malaysia's telecommunications sector is one of the most dynamic in Southeast Asia, undergoing a once-in-a-generation transformation driven by the rollout of 5G networks, widespread fibre broadband deployment, and the national consolidation of mobile operators. The sector directly employs tens of thousands of engineers, network specialists, and commercial professionals — with demand accelerating as the country's digital connectivity ambitions intensify.

The Malaysian telco landscape features dominant operators including CelcomDigi (Malaysia's largest mobile operator following the 2023 merger), Maxis, U Mobile, and Telekom Malaysia (TM) — the national fixed-line and fibre broadband provider. DNB (Digital Nasional Berhad), the government-controlled 5G network wholesaler, is executing Malaysia's national 5G rollout — one of the region's most ambitious infrastructure projects, creating significant engineering and project management demand.

Beyond the major operators, Malaysia's telco ecosystem includes network equipment vendors (Ericsson Malaysia, Nokia Malaysia, Huawei Technologies Malaysia, ZTE Malaysia), tower companies (edotco Group, Edotco Malaysia), and a growing cohort of mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) and enterprise communications companies. The convergence of telecoms with cloud, IoT, and enterprise managed services is expanding the career pathways available to telco professionals beyond traditional network roles.

Salary & Hiring Trends in Telecommunications

Network engineers and RF engineers at entry to mid-level earn RM 3,500 – RM 7,000/month. Telecom project managers and senior network architects earn RM 7,000 – RM 14,000/month. Head of Network, Director of Technology, and CTO-level roles at major operators earn RM 18,000 – RM 45,000/month.

5G network engineers and radio frequency (RF) optimisation specialists are the most in-demand technical profiles in Malaysian telecoms as DNB's 5G rollout progresses and operators activate their own 5G services. Cloud-native telco engineers — with NFV, SDN, and cloud infrastructure experience — command premiums of 25–40% over legacy network engineers. Commercial roles in enterprise solutions sales (B2B connectivity, IoT, SD-WAN, cloud managed services) are the fastest-growing non-technical segment in the sector.

Top Telecommunications Roles in Malaysia

Network Engineer (LTE/5G/Fibre)

Plans, deploys, and optimises mobile and fixed-line networks — from 4G/5G RAN configuration to fibre access network provisioning across Malaysia.

RF Engineer / Radio Frequency Optimisation Engineer

Optimises mobile network radio performance — coverage, capacity, and quality metrics for 4G and 5G networks operated by Malaysian telcos.

Telecom Project Manager

Manages large-scale network infrastructure projects — tower rollouts, fibre builds, network upgrades — coordinating contractors, vendors, and regulatory approvals.

Enterprise Solutions Sales Manager

Sells B2B connectivity, managed services, IoT, SD-WAN, and cloud solutions to corporate clients on behalf of Maxis, CelcomDigi, or TM enterprise divisions.

Network Operations Centre (NOC) Engineer

Monitors live network performance, responds to faults and alarms, and coordinates field teams to restore service during network incidents.

Cloud / NFV / SDN Engineer

Designs and deploys cloud-native telco infrastructure — virtualised network functions (VNF), software-defined networking, and network slicing for next-generation services.

How to Land a Telecommunications Job in Malaysia

  1. 1

    Search SuperJobs by role ("network engineer", "RF engineer", "5G engineer", "telecom project manager", "enterprise solutions") or browse the Telecommunications industry page.

  2. 2

    Highlight your vendor certifications: Ericsson (ECSE, ECPE), Nokia (NRS I/II), Huawei (HCIA/HCNP/HCIE), and Cisco (CCNA/CCNP) are all actively valued by Malaysian telco employers.

  3. 3

    Specify your technology generation experience clearly — 3G, 4G/LTE, 5G NR, FTTH, GPON, IP/MPLS, IMS, or NFV/SDN — as telco employers screen for specific technology stacks relevant to their active projects.

  4. 4

    Apply through SuperJobs and directly via CelcomDigi, Maxis, TM, and DNB career portals — all of which post roles actively. Network equipment vendors (Ericsson, Nokia, Huawei) also hire regularly for Malaysian project deployments.

  5. 5

    Prepare for technical interviews that may include network planning scenarios, RF troubleshooting exercises, or architecture design questions — particularly for senior network and solutions architect roles.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of telecommunications jobs are available in Malaysia?
Telecommunications jobs in Malaysia include network engineer (2G/3G/4G/5G), RF engineer, radio optimisation engineer, core network engineer, transport/IP network engineer, fibre/FTTH engineer, telecom project manager, NOC engineer, network operations manager, enterprise solutions sales manager, presales consultant, cloud/NFV/SDN engineer, network architect, spectrum planning engineer, regulatory affairs executive, and telecom director. Roles exist at mobile operators (CelcomDigi, Maxis, U Mobile), fixed-line operators (TM), tower companies (edotco), network equipment vendors, and enterprise managed service providers.
What is the salary range for telecommunications jobs in Malaysia?
Entry-level network and RF engineers earn RM 3,500–5,500/month. Mid-level network engineers and project managers earn RM 5,500–10,000/month. Senior network architects and solution engineers earn RM 9,000–16,000/month. 5G and NFV/SDN specialists command 25–40% premiums. Enterprise solutions managers earn RM 7,000–14,000/month base plus commissions. Heads of network and technology directors at major operators earn RM 15,000–35,000/month. CTO-level roles earn RM 30,000–60,000/month.
What qualifications are needed for telecommunications jobs in Malaysia?
Network engineering roles require a degree in Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Vendor certifications are widely required and respected: Ericsson Certified Systems Engineer (ECSE), Nokia Radio Specialist (NRS I/II), Huawei Certified ICT Associate/Professional (HCIA/HCNP), and Cisco CCNA/CCNP for IP and enterprise networking. Cloud and virtualisation certifications (AWS, Azure, Red Hat OpenStack) are increasingly required for cloud-native telco infrastructure roles. Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2) are valued for telco rollout project management roles.
Which companies hire the most telecommunications professionals in Malaysia?
The largest telco employers are CelcomDigi (formed from the 2023 merger of Celcom and Digi), Maxis, Telekom Malaysia (TM), and U Mobile. DNB (Digital Nasional Berhad) is hiring aggressively for its national 5G rollout. Network equipment vendors — Ericsson Malaysia, Nokia Malaysia, Huawei Technologies Malaysia, ZTE Malaysia, and Ciena — employ large teams of engineers and project managers. Tower company edotco Group (an Axiata subsidiary) manages over 30,000 towers across ASEAN. Enterprise managed service providers including TIME dotCom, Telstra, and NTT Malaysia also maintain active hiring pipelines.
How do I apply for telecommunications jobs on SuperJobs?
Search "telco jobs Malaysia", "network engineer KL", "5G engineer Malaysia", or "RF engineer Selangor" on SuperJobs. Filter by the Telecommunications industry and specify your technology generation expertise. Include your vendor certifications prominently — they are often the first screening criterion. Apply through both SuperJobs and company career portals. CelcomDigi, Maxis, TM, and DNB all post roles on their own portals in addition to job boards, making dual-channel applications worthwhile.