Fintech Jobs in Malaysia

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Senior Back End Developer - Digital Banking Copy 01

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

The Senior Back End Developer in Digital Banking based in Kuala Lumpur is responsible for designing and developing backend services, APIs, and integration layers using Java and Spring. The role involves ensuring the performance, scalability, and security of core banking applications while providing production support and collaborating with various teams.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Web Developer (L3 Support) - Digital Banking

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

This role involves using React.js to develop and enhance software applications in digital banking. The candidate will work independently, contribute to solution development, and support application releases.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Senior Environment Support Engineer - Digital Banking

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

The Senior Environment Support Engineer in Digital Banking is responsible for managing and supporting environments on Windows and Unix platforms for Retail Banking applications. The role involves troubleshooting middleware and databases, automating processes, managing SSL certificates, and collaborating with various technical teams to maintain environment stability.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Internship : Generalist

Finlit Media
Internship

This internship role at MoneyMama involves undertaking a variety of tasks related to personal finance and product development without detailed guidance. The position requires a self-directed individual who is comfortable with ambiguity and capable of working independently in a dynamic startup environment.

Selangor
MYR 1000

Senior Back End Developer - Digital Banking

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

This position is for a Senior Backend Developer focused on Digital Banking, specializing in designing and maintaining backend solutions using Java and Spring. The role involves enhancing the Digital Banking platform with attention to performance, scalability, and security in a collaborative environment.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

IT Project Manager - Digital Banking (Wealth)

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

The IT Project Manager - Digital Banking (Wealth) role involves managing digital IT projects in a banking environment, ensuring project scope, timelines, and resources are properly planned and controlled. The position requires coordinating with stakeholders, managing vendors, and leading projects using agile and waterfall methodologies to support virtual banking business partners.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

System Analyst (Chapter) - Digital Banking

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

The System Analyst role in Digital Banking focuses on collaborating with various teams to provide expert guidance and deliver solutions throughout business and technology transformation projects. The position involves tasks such as defining project scope, requirements, and specifications, supporting proof of concepts, and coordinating implementation efforts, with an emphasis on Java expertise.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Packaged App Development Specialist

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

This role is focused on the development and enhancement of core banking software, particularly in Local and Bill Payments, with some exposure to Remittance modules. It involves working on the AS400 platform using RPG, supporting remittance systems, conducting code reviews, and collaborating with business teams to deliver payment solutions.

Selangor
Undisclosed

Web Developer (Fullstack) - Digital Banking

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

This position is for a Senior Web Developer based in Kuala Lumpur, specializing in digital banking applications within the retail banking sector. The role involves full-stack development using technologies such as React JS and Java (J2EE), with a focus on both front-end and back-end solutions.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

Presales Consultant (Generative AI)

Juris Technologies Sdn Bhd
Full-Time

The Presales Consultant (Generative AI) role involves working directly with clients to understand their challenges and develop AI solutions. The consultant collaborates with various teams, designs prompts for large language models, and conducts research in generative AI, particularly focusing on applications within the banking industry.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

SPE-Payments & Fraud

Cognizant Malaysia
Full-Time

The Process Executive in Payments & Fraud at Cognizant is responsible for process execution and requires skills such as independent working, social media awareness, adaptability, organizational ability, and attention to detail. The role demands proficiency in Arabic and English communication, an understanding of local culture, and handling sensitive content in a 24x7 environment.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

iOS Developer - Digital Banking

Accenture Malaysia
Full-Time

The Junior iOS Developer in Digital Banking will design, develop, and maintain iOS applications within the retail banking sector. The role involves working with Swift programming language and collaborating with cross-functional teams while supporting CI/CD practices.

Kuala Lumpur
Undisclosed

By SuperJobs Career Team · Updated May 2026

About Fintech Jobs in Malaysia

Malaysia is one of Southeast Asia's most advanced fintech markets, driven by Bank Negara Malaysia's progressive regulatory framework, a high smartphone penetration rate, and a government committed to building a digital economy. The sector spans digital payments, e-wallets, digital banking, peer-to-peer (P2P) lending, equity crowdfunding, insurtech, wealthtech, and cryptocurrency — creating a diverse and fast-growing career ecosystem.

Malaysia's e-wallet landscape is dominated by Touch 'n Go eWallet (the country's largest by users), GrabPay, Boost (Axiata Digital), MAE by Maybank, and ShopeePay. The arrival of digital banks — GX Bank (Grab-led consortium), AEON Bank, Boost Bank, RHB-YTL Digital Bank, and Sea Money (KKB) — following Bank Negara's 2022 digital banking licence awards has injected significant hiring momentum into the sector, particularly for product, engineering, and risk roles.

Malaysia's Securities Commission-licensed P2P and equity crowdfunding platforms (Funding Societies, FundedByMe, pitchIN) and the Labuan International Business and Financial Centre's crypto-friendly jurisdiction further diversify fintech employment. The broader digital financial services ecosystem also includes payroll tech, payment gateways (iPay88, Stripe Malaysia, Adyen), and embedded finance platforms serving Malaysia's growing SME base.

Salary & Hiring Trends in Fintech

Fintech product and engineering roles command significant premiums. Junior product managers and software engineers at funded fintech companies earn RM 4,000 – RM 7,000/month. Mid-level product managers, data engineers, and fintech solution architects earn RM 7,000 – RM 14,000/month. Senior product directors, heads of engineering, and CTO-track roles earn RM 15,000 – RM 35,000/month at leading digital banks and wallets.

Digital banking roles — particularly credit risk, fraud analytics, compliance (Bank Negara BNM/RHs), and AML/KYC — are commanding the highest growth in salary premium as the five new digital banks build out their teams. Blockchain and DeFi engineers remain scarce and highly compensated. Growth and performance marketing roles at e-wallet platforms are also in strong demand, with measurable CAC/LTV experience attracting senior compensation packages.

Top Fintech Roles in Malaysia

Product Manager (Fintech / Digital Payments)

Defines and drives the product roadmap for payment, wallet, or digital banking products — owning the user experience, feature prioritisation, and commercial outcomes.

Fintech Software Engineer

Builds the backend, API, and mobile-app layers for digital payment systems, e-wallets, and digital banking platforms at high transaction volume scale.

Compliance / Regulatory Affairs Executive

Ensures fintech operations comply with Bank Negara Malaysia guidelines, Securities Commission requirements, and AML/CFT regulations.

Fraud & Risk Analyst

Monitors transaction patterns, builds fraud detection models, and manages risk policy for digital payment and lending platforms.

Business Development Manager (Fintech)

Builds merchant and partner ecosystems for payment gateways, e-wallets, and B2B fintech solutions — driving transaction volume and revenue growth.

Data Scientist / Credit Risk Modeller

Builds credit scoring models, fraud detection systems, and customer analytics for digital banks and P2P lending platforms using alternative data.

How to Land a Fintech Job in Malaysia

  1. 1

    Search SuperJobs using terms like "fintech", "digital banking", "e-wallet", "payment product manager", or "fraud analyst" to surface the most relevant listings.

  2. 2

    For product and engineering roles, build a portfolio of products or projects you have shipped — include user metrics, transaction volumes, or other commercial outcomes where possible.

  3. 3

    Demonstrate your understanding of Bank Negara Malaysia's regulatory environment: Payment Systems Act, Electronic Money (e-Money) guidelines, and digital banking licence conditions are frequently discussed in fintech interviews.

  4. 4

    Apply through SuperJobs. Fintech companies in Malaysia are fast-hiring — many operate with 2–3 interview rounds rather than the extended processes common in traditional banking.

  5. 5

    Prepare for case studies and technical tests: product manager interviews typically include a product design challenge; data science roles include a take-home analytics problem; engineering roles include a live coding test.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of fintech jobs are available in Malaysia?
Fintech jobs in Malaysia include product manager, software engineer (backend, mobile, full-stack), data scientist, credit risk modeller, fraud analyst, AML/KYC analyst, compliance officer, regulatory affairs executive, business development manager, merchant acquisition executive, payments operations executive, customer success manager, UX designer, growth marketer, and Chief Risk Officer (CRO). Roles exist at e-wallets, digital banks, payment gateways, P2P lending platforms, equity crowdfunding platforms, insurtech companies, and wealthtech startups.
What is the salary range for fintech jobs in Malaysia?
Junior product and engineering roles at funded fintechs earn RM 4,000–7,000/month. Mid-level product managers and senior engineers earn RM 7,000–14,000/month. Data scientists and risk modellers earn RM 7,000–16,000/month. Product directors, heads of engineering, and compliance directors earn RM 15,000–35,000/month. C-suite roles (CEO, CTO, CRO) at digital banks earn RM 30,000–80,000/month total compensation.
What qualifications are needed for fintech jobs in Malaysia?
Engineering roles require a degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline. Product management roles value relevant experience over specific degrees. Data science roles require strong Python/SQL skills and statistical modelling knowledge. Compliance and regulatory roles benefit from professional qualifications in finance or law, plus knowledge of Bank Negara Malaysia's regulatory framework. CAMS (Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist) is the standard for AML/KYC roles. For credit risk, CFA and knowledge of Basel III/IV frameworks are valued.
Which companies hire the most fintech professionals in Malaysia?
The five digital banks are among the most active hirers: GX Bank (Grab), AEON Bank, Boost Bank (Axiata-RHB), YTL Digital Bank, and Sea Money (KKB). E-wallet operators — Touch 'n Go eWallet, GrabPay, Boost, MAE by Maybank, ShopeePay — maintain large product and engineering teams. Payment gateways including iPay88, Razer Merchant Services, MOLPay, Adyen, and Stripe Malaysia also employ local teams. P2P lenders (Funding Societies, CapBay), insurtech (PolicyStreet, Qoala), and wealthtech firms (StashAway, Wahed) round out the ecosystem.
How do I apply for fintech jobs on SuperJobs?
Search "fintech jobs Malaysia", "digital banking product manager", or "e-wallet engineer KL" on SuperJobs. Filter by industry (Fintech or Financial Services) and role type. Fintech companies in Malaysia hire rapidly — keep your profile updated and respond promptly to recruiter messages. Include links to GitHub repositories, published apps, or a portfolio for engineering and product roles. Many fintech companies use SuperJobs alongside LinkedIn — both channels are worth maintaining.