Solution Architecture, Vice President

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count? Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial groups. Across the globe, we’re 150,000 colleagues, striving to make a difference for every client, organization, and community we serve. We stand for our values, building long-term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth for a better world. With a vision to be the world’s most trusted financial group, it’s part of our culture to put people first, listen to new and diverse ideas and collaborate toward greater innovation, speed and agility. This means investing in talent, technologies, and tools that empower you to own your career. Join MUFG, where being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day. A member of our recruitment team will provide more details. The Business and Solution Architect is a senior, enterprise-level role responsible for aligning business strategy with technology execution. This position works across business and technical domains to design and deliver scalable, end-to-end solutions that support organizational transformation and growth. The role translates complex business needs into actionable architecture designs and roadmaps, guiding implementation across applications, data, and cloud platforms while ensuring security, performance, and long-term sustainability. Partnering closely with stakeholders and delivery teams, the architect influences strategic direction, drives architectural governance, and ensures successful execution of large-scale initiatives. This role requires a blend of business architecture expertise and deep technical knowledge, along with the ability to operate effectively in complex, cross-functional environments and deliver measurable business outcomes. Business & Solution Architect (Enterprise Architecture) EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in business, computer science, or a closely related discipline (or equivalent work experience) Work Experience Extensive experience in business architecture and solution architectureExperience with enterprise, application, and information architectureProven ability to operate at both:Strategic business level (capabilities, processes, operating models)Technical solution level (systems, applications, cloud architecture)Hands-on experience designing and implementing large-scale enterprise solutionsKnowledge of cloud architecture, security, and networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)Knowledge of AI and core interaction patterns with AI and Agentic use casesExperience with distributed systems, SOA, APIs, and modern application architecturesStrong understanding of business processes, capability modeling, and enterprise transformationExperience aligning business strategy to technical deliveryFamiliarity with regulatory frameworks and compliance (preferred, e.g., financial services)Strong programming or development background Functional Skills Ability to translate business strategies into technical architectures and implementation roadmapsExperience developing:Business architecture artifacts (capability models, process flows, value streams)Technical architecture designs (application, data, integration, and infrastructure)Expertise in defining and managing:Functional and non-functional requirementsEnterprise roadmaps for target-state architectureStrong experience with:Cloud platforms and modern architecture patternsWorkflow automation and process optimizationArchitecture modeling tools and frameworksAbility to design end-to-end enterprise solutions across business, application, data, and technology layersExperience communicating complex architectures through:DiagramsExecutive presentationsDocumentationFamiliarity with Agile and modern software delivery methodologiesAbility to influence and guide senior leadership and technology teams Foundational Skills Strong leadership and stakeholder engagementExcellent communication and storytelling across business and technical audiencesStrategic thinking with a systems mindsetAdvanced analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to operate in complex, ambiguous environmentsCollaboration across business and technology functionsTrusted advisor mindset with strong decision-making abilityContinuous learning and innovation mindsetAbility to mentor and develop team membersHigh integrity and accountability Responsibilities Strategic & Business Architecture Develop and maintain enterprise business architecture, including:Capability modelsBusiness process frameworksCurrent and future state architecturesAlign business strategy, operating model, and technology investmentsDefine and evolve business and technology roadmapsAnalyze organizational needs and identify opportunities for transformation and optimizationApply structured business architecture methodologies and best practices Solution & Technical Architecture Design end-to-end enterprise solutions across:Cloud platformsApplicationsData and integration layersInfrastructure and networkingTranslate business requirements into technical architecture and implementation designsDefine:Application componentsInterfaces and integration patternsPlatforms and development toolsLead architecture for distributed systems, APIs, and service-oriented environmentsEnsure alignment with security, scalability, and operational requirements Delivery & Execution Develop and manage architecture roadmaps and delivery sequencingSupport full lifecycle delivery:DesignBuildDeploymentOptimizationPartner with engineering and delivery teams to ensure successful implementationOptimize solutions for performance, cost, and scalabilityConduct risk assessments and ensure quality and governance adherence Stakeholder Engagement & Leadership Communicate architecture vision and solutions to:Business stakeholdersTechnical teamsExecutive leadershipAct as a trusted advisor across business and technology domainsDrive alignment across stakeholders to achieve target architectureMentor and guide architects, engineers, and analysts Continuous Improvement & Innovation Monitor industry trends and emerging technologiesIntroduce modern architecture practices and frameworksImprove architecture processes, tools, and governancePromote reuse of architecture artifacts as organizational assets Additional Business Knowledge Areas Preferred Corporate Banking, Transaction Banking , Lending, Credit, Supply Chain Finance, Regulatory and Compliance, Accounting / General Ledger, Know Your Customer, Anti Money LaunderingArchitecture background using TOGAF, Ardoq, or other tools to document business systems Education Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a closely-related discipline, or an equivalent combination of formal education and experience Visa sponsorship/support is based on business needs. We do not anticipate providing visa sponsorship/support for this position. The typical base pay range for this role is as follows: New York / New Jersey: $172-191kNon–New York / New Jersey: $143k-180k depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonus and/or incentive compensation. Additionally, our Total Rewards program provides colleagues with a competitive benefits package (in accordance with the eligibility requirements and respective terms of each) that includes comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance and training programs, income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities, paid maternity and parental bonding leave, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please click the link below. Our hybrid work schedule is four days on-site and work remotely one day per week. MUFG Benefits Summary We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (including (i) the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, (ii) the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, (iii) the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and (iv) the California Fair Chance Act) to the extent that (a) an applicant is not subject to a statutory disqualification pursuant to Section 3(a)(39) of the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934 or Section 8a(2) or 8a(3) of the Commodity Exchange Act, and (b) they do not conflict with the background screening requirements of the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) and the National Futures Association (NFA). The major responsibilities listed above are the material job duties of this role for which the Company reasonably believes that criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship potentially resulting in the withdrawal of conditional offer of employment, if any. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to leveraging the diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experience of our workforce to create opportunities for our colleagues and our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender expression, gender identity, sex, age, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran and military status, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status of an individual or that individual’s associates or relatives that is protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.