DEPUTY MANAGER, MOBILE & NEW TECH DEVELOPMENT

KPJ Healthcare Berhad; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KPJ Healthcare Berhad seeks an experienced technology innovator to identify and evaluate emerging healthcare technologies and to drive digital innovation across KPJ hospitals. The role involves AI applications, digital health platforms, IoT-enabled hospital tech, and automation to boost patient care and operational efficiency.

You will manage technology pilots and PoCs, assess feasibility and scalability, and coordinate with clinical, IT, and vendor partners to support KPJ's digital

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of technology implementation or digital innovation experience.
• Experience with AI solutions, digital health platforms, IoT, or healthcare tech innovations is advantageous.
• Background in programming helps oversee complex integration and vendor tech logic.
• Experience coordinating multi-stakeholder projects in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Emerging Technology Scouting across AI, IoT, automation, and digital health.
• Lead and coordinate POC and pilot projects in KPJ hospitals.
• Assess feasibility, impact, and scalability before wider deployment.
• Collaborate with technology vendors, startups, and research institutions.
• Coordinate pilot deployments, testing, and operational assessment.
• Ensure new technologies integrate with existing HIS and mobile apps.
• Support KPJ innovation initiatives and digital transformation programs.
• Assist in scaling pilots to multiple KPJ hospitals.
• Engage stakeholders across clinical, operations, and IT teams.
• Research global digital health trends and benchmark innovations.
• Document pilot results, evaluations, and learnings.
• Monitor projects and report outcomes and risks.
• Support ad-hoc innovation initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Healthcare technology

AI solutions

IoT systems

Microsoft Office

Education

BSc in Computer Science

Degree in Information Technology

Biomedical Engineering / Health Informatics

Tools

KCIS (KPJ Clinical Information System)

HIS integration

Cloud computing platforms

Job description

Responsible for identifying, evaluating, and implementing emerging healthcare technologies and digital innovation initiatives across KPJ hospitals.

The role supports the development and deployment of new technology solutions such as artificial intelligence applications, digital health platforms, IoT-enabled hospital technologies, automation tools, and other innovative solutions that enhance patient care, operational efficiency, and hospital digital capabilities.

Working closely with hospital operations, clinical teams, IT teams, and technology partners, the position manages technology pilots, proof-of-concept projects, and innovation deployments, ensuring successful evaluation and potential scaling across the KPJ hospital network.

The role also supports the innovation pipeline for KPJ’s digital transformation roadmap, enabling the exploration of new technologies that strengthen KPJ’s position as a leading digital healthcare provider.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• 1. Emerging Technology Scouting – Identify and evaluate emerging healthcare technologies including AI, IoT, automation, digital health platforms, and smart hospital innovations.
• 2. Innovation Pilot Management – Lead and coordinate proof-of-concept (POC) and pilot projects for new technologies within selected KPJ hospitals.
• 3. Technology Evaluation & Feasibility – Assess technical feasibility, operational impact, and scalability of new technologies before wider deployment.
• 4. Collaboration with Technology Partners – Engage with technology vendors, startups, research institutions, and innovation partners.
• 5. Pilot Implementation & Testing – Coordinate pilot deployments including system configuration, testing, and operational assessment.
• 6. Integration with Existing Systems – Ensure new technologies integrate effectively with existing hospital systems such as HIS and mobile applications.
• 7. Innovation Programme Coordination – Support the execution of KPJ innovation initiatives and digital transformation programmes.
• 8. Multi-Hospital Deployment Support – Assist in scaling successful technology pilots to multiple hospitals across KPJ.
• 9. Stakeholder Engagement – Work closely with clinical teams, hospital management, and IT teams to ensure alignment.
• 10. Technology Research & Benchmarking – Conduct research on global digital health trends and benchmark innovations.
• 11. Documentation & Knowledge Management – Maintain documentation of pilot results, evaluations, and project learnings.
• 12. Project Monitoring & Reporting – Track innovation project progress and provide updates on outcomes and risks.
• 13. Ad-hoc Innovation Initiatives – Support additional innovation projects and emerging technology explorations.

JOB REQUIREMENT

Education:
Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Biomedical Engineering, Health Informatics, Engineering, or related fields.

Knowledge and Experiences:

• Minimum 5 years experience in technology implementation, digital innovation, or emerging technology development.
• Experience working with AI solutions, digital health platforms, IoT systems, or healthcare technology innovations is an advantage.
• Programming Literacy: A background in programming is preferred to effectively oversee and manage complex integration works; the candidate must be able to “speak the language” of developers, evaluate technical logic provided by vendors, and ensure code-level requirements align with seamless system interoperability.
• Experience managing technology pilots or proof-of-concept projects.
• Familiarity with healthcare technology ecosystems is advantageous.
• Experience coordinating projects involving multiple stakeholders including clinicians, operations teams, and technology vendors.
• Strong technology research and analytical capabilities.
• Ability to evaluate technical feasibility and operational impact of new technologies.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to translate technology concepts into operational solutions for healthcare environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Personal attributes

• Innovative Mindset – Strong curiosity for emerging technologies and digital healthcare innovation.
• Collaborative – Able to work across multidisciplinary teams including clinicians, engineers, and technology vendors.
• Adaptable – Comfortable working in exploratory environments where technologies are still evolving.
• Solution-Oriented – Able to apply new technologies to improve hospital operations and patient care

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KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia. Additionally, KPJ has expanded its presence internationally, with hospitals in Indonesia, Bangkok, and Bangladesh, as well as investments in retirement and age-care resorts in Australia and Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.

Overall, KPJ Healthcare Berhad's extensive network, commitment to innovation, and dedication to quality healthcare services and community outreach make it a prominent and trusted player in the private healthcare industry.

KPJ Healthcare Berhad is the leading provider of private healthcare services in Malaysia, with a history dating back to 1981 when it introduced the first private specialist hospital in Johor. The Group's core values of Safety, Courtesy, Integrity, Professionalism, and Continuous Improvement drive its integrated network of more than 29 specialist hospitals across Malaysia. Additionally, KPJ has expanded its presence internationally, with hospitals in Indonesia, Bangkok, and Bangladesh, as well as investments in retirement and age-care resorts in Australia and Malaysia.

KPJ's competitive advantage stems from its extensive reach and accessibility throughout the nation, offering a wide range of medical specialist services, some of which are pioneering in the country's healthcare industry. The company also excels in utilizing integrated technology to enhance patient care, including the adoption of Cloud Computing and continuous improvements to the KPJ Clinical Information System (KCIS). Furthermore, KPJ is exploring digitalized medical technology applications in areas such as E-Pharmacy, wearable technology, robotics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and the Internet of Things (IoT).

With over three and a half decades of experience in hospital development and management, KPJ is built on strong fundamentals, positioning it well for the evolving healthcare industry. The company's health tourism segment has experienced significant growth through aggressive marketing strategies, expanding its footprint in various regions.

In addition to hospital-based care, KPJ has made strides in healthcare-related industries, particularly in KPJ Senior Living Care services and Healthcare Education, recognizing their potential for the future due to increasing consumer demand. KPJ hospitals have received recognition from accreditation bodies, ensuring the quality and safety of their services.

The company is committed to giving back to the community and has established a network of Klinik Wakaf An-Nur (KWAN) charity clinics and a Hospital Waqaf An-Nur (HWAN) to provide care to the underprivileged. With 18 KWAN clinics and five mobile clinics, KPJ's efforts have positively impacted over one million patients since 1998.