Product Management, Associate / Assistant Vice President

MUFG; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Product Management Associate or Assistant Vice President. This role involves shaping banking technology by managing solution architecture and overseeing complex IT projects. Candidates should have substantial experience in solution architecture, project management, and data integration. The environment encourages collaboration and offers professional growth through ongoing training. This is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a global network committed to positive change.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Generous pension contributions

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of experience in solution architecture within the banking sector.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex IT projects from conception to delivery.
• Hands-on experience with cloud technologies and data integration methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Manage solution architecture across multiple banking platforms.
• Design secure IT solutions and develop technical documentation.
• Lead complex IT project initiatives ensuring timely delivery.

Skills

Solution architecture

Data integration techniques

Project management

API design

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Degree in Information Technology

Tools

AWS

Azure

ETL processes

TOGAF

Job description

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.

Product Management Associate or Assistant Vice President

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), one of the world’s leading financial institutions, is seeking a Product Management Associate or Assistant Vice President to join their Kuala Lumpur office. This is an exceptional opportunity for you to make your voice heard and your actions count within a global network of 150,000 colleagues who are committed to making a positive impact on clients, organisations, and communities worldwide. MUFG stands out for its dedication to building long‑term relationships, serving society, and fostering shared and sustainable growth. The company’s vision is to be the world’s most trusted financial group, and this is reflected in its culture of putting people first, listening to diverse ideas, and collaborating towards greater innovation. You will benefit from an environment that invests in talent, technologies, and tools designed to empower you to own your career journey. At MUFG, being inspired is expected and making a meaningful impact is rewarded. If you are looking for a role where your expertise in product management and solution architecture can truly shape the future of banking technology while enjoying supportive leadership and inclusive values, this is the perfect next step for you.

• Join MUFG’s Kuala Lumpur team and become part of a global organisation renowned for its commitment to employee development, diversity, and long‑term success.
• Experience a workplace that values collaboration, inclusivity, and flexibility—where your ideas are welcomed and your professional growth is supported through ongoing training opportunities.
• Contribute directly to impactful projects that drive technological advancement in banking while benefiting from supportive leadership and a dependable network of colleagues.

What you’ll do:

As a Product Management Associate or Assistant Vice President at MUFG in Kuala Lumpur, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of banking technology by managing solution architecture across diverse platforms. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities will involve designing secure IT solutions tailored to business needs while developing detailed technical documentation that supports operational excellence. You will review existing systems for performance improvements, conduct thorough assessments on data sources for accurate integration, optimise data flows for efficient reporting, lead complex projects from conception through deployment, facilitate stakeholder engagement for requirement gathering, coordinate with cross‑functional teams for seamless project delivery, provide essential production support during critical incidents, manage deployments with precision to minimise disruptions, ensure strict compliance with industry standards and security protocols, implement effective risk mitigation strategies, all while upholding enterprise architecture governance. Success in this role means leveraging your technical expertise alongside collaborative skills to deliver reliable solutions that enhance MUFG’s reputation as a trusted financial partner.

• Manage and define overall solution architecture as well as data integration and data flow designs across multiple banking platforms to ensure seamless operations.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and high‑performing IT solutions that align with business goals and enterprise architecture standards.
• Develop comprehensive technical documentation including standard operating procedures, design documents, and user manuals to support system integrity.
• Review existing IT platform builds, developed processes, system performance metrics, identify potential bottlenecks, and provide progressive improvement plans.
• Conduct studies and assessments on various system data sources, perform data mapping activities, and address any data‑related matters to guarantee accurate integration across systems.
• Ensure smooth integration between different banking systems and platforms by optimising data flows that support both business operations and reporting requirements.
• Lead complex IT project initiatives from initial planning through successful deployment while ensuring timely delivery within defined scope and budget constraints.
• Facilitate engagement with senior stakeholders to understand functional and non‑functional requirements then translate these into actionable technical design specifications.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams—including developers, analysts, engineers, vendors, and business stakeholders—to ensure cohesive execution of project objectives.
• Provide production support for banking applications by resolving critical system incidents within SLA timeframes; monitor system performance proactively to identify issues early.
• Manage production deployments and system changes with proper testing protocols, rollback procedures, and minimal disruption to ongoing banking operations.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards as well as security protocols; stay current with evolving banking regulations and technology compliance requirements.
• Implement robust security measures alongside risk mitigation strategies while maintaining adherence to enterprise architecture standards.

What you bring:

To excel as a Product Management Associate or Assistant Vice President at MUFG in Kuala Lumpur you will bring substantial experience gained through roles focused on solution architecture within the banking sector. Your background should include hands‑on involvement in designing robust systems aligned with enterprise standards coupled with proven project management capabilities overseeing end‑to‑end delivery of complex initiatives. You will possess advanced knowledge of data integration techniques including ETL processes supported by familiarity with leading frameworks like TOGAF. Experience working across cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure together with API design expertise will allow you to contribute meaningfully toward modernising banking infrastructure. Your interpersonal skills—especially around stakeholder engagement—will help foster collaboration among diverse teams while your analytical mindset ensures challenges are addressed thoughtfully. Staying abreast of regulatory changes plus compliance requirements further positions you as a dependable contributor who supports MUFG’s commitment to trustworthiness.

• A recognised degree in Information Technology or equivalent from an accredited university or higher learning institution is required along with at least 8–10 years of relevant experience in the field.
• Demonstrated experience in solution architecture as well as system design within complex organisational environments is essential for success in this position.
• Proven track record as a Solution Architect or similar role specifically within the banking sector will be highly valued by the client.
• Extensive experience managing complex IT projects from initial conception through final delivery ensures you can handle multifaceted assignments effectively.
• Expertise in data integration methodologies including ETL processes plus deep understanding of data architecture principles are crucial for this role.
• Familiarity with TOGAF or comparable enterprise architecture frameworks demonstrates your ability to maintain alignment with industry best practices.
• Hands‑on experience working with cloud technologies such as AWS or Azure along with proficiency in API design plus microservices architectures is desirable.
• Excellent analytical abilities combined with strong communication skills enable you to engage stakeholders effectively throughout project lifecycles.
• Ability to thrive when managing multiple priorities concurrently within dynamic environments while maintaining focus on stakeholder needs is important.
• Commitment to staying current with regulatory requirements plus technology compliance standards ensures ongoing adherence to industry expectations.

What sets this company apart:

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) distinguishes itself not only as one of the world’s largest financial groups but also as an employer deeply committed to nurturing talent through supportive leadership practices. With over 150,000 colleagues globally united by shared values centred on long‑term relationships and societal service MUFG offers an inclusive environment where every individual’s perspective matters. The company invests heavily in professional development providing access to training opportunities that empower employees at every stage of their careers. Flexible working arrangements reflect MUFG’s understanding of work‑life balance needs while generous pension contributions underscore its commitment to employee wellbeing. As an equal opportunity employer MUFG actively seeks candidates from under‑represented backgrounds ensuring merit‑based hiring regardless of race, religion or gender—making it a truly welcoming place where everyone can thrive together toward shared goals. By joining MUFG you become part of a knowledgeable network dedicated not just to financial success but also meaningful social impact driven by compassion collaboration loyalty—and above all—a genuine desire for communal progress.

What’s next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career journey where your expertise will be valued within a globally respected organisation apply now!

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long‑term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organisational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.

At MUFG, our colleagues are our greatest assets. Our Culture Principles provide a roadmap for how each of our colleagues must think and act to become more client‑obsessed, inclusive and innovative. They reflect who we are, who we want to be and what we expect from one another. We are excited to see you take the next step in exploring a career with us and encourage you to spend more time reviewing them!

Our Culture Principles

• Client Centric
• People Focused
• Listen Up. Speak Up.
• Innovate & Simplify
• Own & Execute