Tech Lead

Second Talent; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 167,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Maternity leave

Parental leave

Promotion opportunities

Job summary

Second Talent is seeking an experienced Technical Lead in Malaysia to guide a development team, own architecture, and drive the delivery of large-scale solutions for a PropTech platform. You will mentor engineers, review designs, and ensure alignment between business needs and technical implementation.

The role requires strong leadership, hands-on coding expertise in React, Golang/JavaScript, and AWS, plus experience with PostgreSQL and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology.
• Minimum 5 years in technical software development with 2+ years as Technical Lead.
• Strong stack: React, Golang/JavaScript, AWS; PostgreSQL is a plus; familiarity with UML.

Responsibilities

• Take full responsibility for architecture and technical design of new features.
• Review implementation plans to ensure performance, scalability, governance.
• Provide technical guidance, code reviews, and team mentorship.
• Define and manage resource plans with Technical and Product Managers.
• Lead technical execution to meet scope and timelines; manage risks.
• Collaborate across SDLC with SMEs and product managers; ensure alignment with business requirements.

Skills

React

Golang

JavaScript

AWS

CI/CD

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Information Technology

Tools

PostgreSQL

CI/CD pipelines

Job description

Salary: RM 9,000.00 RM 15,000.00 per month

About the Opportunity

Our client is Malaysia's leading PropTech (Property Technology) enterprise platform, a dominant FinTech-enabled company that simplifies property transactions for developers, agents, and buyers. They are seeking an experienced Technical Lead to guide a development team in building and enhancing their custom, large-scale solutions.

This is a critical leadership role combining deep technical expertise with team management. You will be responsible for the architecture and technical design, managing the full project lifecycle, and mentoring a team of developers to deliver high-quality software that bridges the gap between complex business requirements and technical implementation.

Key Responsibilities

• Technical Leadership & Architecture:
  • Take full responsibility for the architecture and technical design of new features and solutions.
  • Review all implementation plans to ensure they adhere to best practices for performance, scalability, and governance.
  • Provide technical guidance, conduct code reviews, and lead/develop your team members, fostering their career growth.
• Define and manage resource plans in collaboration with Technical and Product Managers.
• Plan and drive the project's technical execution to achieve the committed scope and timeline.
• Identify, communicate, and manage technology risks, developing clear mitigation plans for all stakeholders.
• Monitor and report on technical execution progress, issues, and risks in a timely manner.
• Stakeholder & Team Collaboration:
  • Participate in the full software development lifecycle (design, implementation, testing, and support) for new features, integrations, and production defect fixes.
  • Interact with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and product managers to ensure a clear understanding of business requirements.
  • Be accountable for ensuring there are no gaps between business requirements and technical implementation.
  • Assist in estimating efforts and timescales for tasks delegated to the team.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Degree in Computer Sciences, Software Engineering, or Information Technology.
• Experience:
  • A minimum of 5 years of experience in technical software development.
  • A minimum of 2 years of proven experience as a Technical Lead.
• Technical Stack:
  • Proficiency in React.
  • Strong programming skills in Golang and/or JavaScript.
  • Well-versed in AWS cloud services.
  • Experience with RDBMS (specifically PostgreSQL< b> is a strong plus).
  • Familiarity with CI/CD deployment processes.
• Domain Knowledge (Bonus): Experience in the Property Industry, CRM, or Accounting domains is a significant advantage.
• Skills:
  • Proven ability to lead a technical team, assign tasks, and manage delivery schedules.
  • Understanding of design documentation standards (e.g., UML).
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal English), analytical, troubleshooting, and consultative skills.
  • Ability to cope with tight deadlines and a strong commitment to delivery.
• Health insurance
• Maternity leave & Parental leave
• Opportunities for promotion

Application Questions

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• What is your current notice period?
• What is your current salary?
• Would you require visa sponsorship or a work permit to work in Malaysia?