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Average Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer Salary in Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur

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RM 36,000
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Avg. Base Salary (MYR)
25%
MYR 21k
MEDIAN
MYR 36k
75%
MYR 38k

The average salary for a Software Engineer / Developer / Programmer is RM 36,000 in 2025

Base Salary
RM 21k - RM 38k
Total Pay
RM 21k - RM 38k
(last updated Feb 13 2024)
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How can Software Engineer / Developer / Programmers increase their salary?

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