Axross Pte Ltd, a Singapore-headquartered startup that develops AI-driven heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) control systems, is expanding its commercial and operational team across Malaysia. Founded in 2021 and backed by Y Combinator (W22), Goodwater Capital, and iSeed, the 10-person company builds energy optimization software tailored for manufacturers that require precise environmental conditions.
Industrial Energy Optimization Software
Axross develops software designed to reduce energy consumption and lower operational costs in manufacturing facilities. Its product stack incorporates artificial intelligence, machine learning, digital twin simulations, computational fluid dynamics, and a cloud-based platform to automate environmental controls.
Axross was co-founded by David Chew, who serves as CTO. Chew holds a First Class MEng degree in aeronautical engineering from Imperial College London and worked in consulting before co-founding the company. According to revenue metrics tracked by GetLatka, Axross generated an estimated $1 million in revenue in 2024 with a team of seven employees.
Commercial Expansion Across Southeast Asia
Axross is recruiting commercial personnel to scale sales and market outreach across Malaysia, Singapore, and Indonesia.
In Kuala Lumpur, the startup is hiring a Business Development Manager ($2,000–$3,500 per month) to direct outreach and convert new business opportunities into commercial contracts. The team is also seeking a Senior Strategy and Business Development lead ($2,000–$2,500 per month), available in Kuala Lumpur or Penang, to attend regional trade shows and strengthen client relationships across Southeast Asia.
To support technical delivery and customer acquisition in Penang, Axross is bringing on a Technical Sales Manager ($1,700–$3,000 per month) to run discovery and assess feasibility with operations teams. Working alongside technical sales, a Sales Engineer ($1,200–$2,500 per month) in Penang will conduct site visits and propose tailored technical solutions.
Building Operational and Executive Support
In parallel with its sales recruitment, Axross is adding administrative and management support for its CEO and regional offices.
In Kuala Lumpur, the company is hiring a CEO Office Associate ($1,200–$2,000 per month) to support strategic decision-making, direct market expansion initiatives, and manage partner and investor relationships. Also reporting alongside executive leadership in Kuala Lumpur, a Business Operations Executive ($1,000–$2,000 per month) will manage daily operations, finance administration, vendor coordination, and trade exhibition planning.
To handle office management across its locations, Axross is hiring an Office and Administration Executive ($850–$1,100 per month) in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves coordinating building management and business travel locally while delivering remote administrative support to the Singapore headquarters using tools such as Google Workspace, Slack, and Notion.
Open Roles at Axross Pte Ltd
| Role | Location | Work Mode | Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sales Engineer | Penang, MY | Onsite | $1,200 – $2,500 / month |
| Technical Sales Manager | Penang, MY | Onsite | $1,700 – $3,000 / month |
| Strategy and Business Development | Kuala Lumpur / Penang, MY | Onsite | $2,000 – $2,500 / month |
| Office and Administration Executive | Kuala Lumpur, MY | Onsite | $850 – $1,100 / month |
| Business Operations Executive | Kuala Lumpur, MY | Onsite | $1,000 – $2,000 / month |
| CEO Office Associate | Kuala Lumpur, MY | Onsite | $1,200 – $2,000 / month |
| Business Development Manager | Kuala Lumpur, MY | Onsite | $2,000 – $3,500 / month |
