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Data Scientist

Tucson, AZ · On-site +1

$50K - $100K/yr

This is an open continuous announcement with two cutoff Dates: * 08/19/2026 * 09/02/2026 This position is in Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO), Office of Innovation (INN), Office of Technology ...

Data Scientist

Tucson, AZ · On-site +1

$74K - $172K/yr

This is an open continuous announcement with two cutoff Dates: * 08/19/2026 * 09/02/2026 This position is in the Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO), Office of Innovation (INN), Office of ...

Chief Operating Officer

Tucson, AZ · On-site

$122 - $190/hr

Description The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is the CEO's primary internal partner, responsible ... Own quality assurance and continuous improvement processes, including use of data, feedback, audits ...

The Chief Financial Officer (CFO) will play a pivotal role in shaping this future, ensuring ... Today, it combines a robust, data-driven infrastructure with expanding investments in technology ...

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Location: Scottsdale, AZ About the Opportunity Our client is seeking ... Ability to analyze complex financial information and translate data into strategic business ...

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) A New Leaf is committed to empowering individuals and enriching ... Provide financial forecasting, modeling, scenario planning, and data-driven analysis to support ...

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As of Aug 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief data officer in Arizona is $140,904.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $103,900.00 and $172,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Chief Data Officer (CDO) is an executive responsible for an organization's data strategy, governance, and management. They ensure data integrity, security, and compliance while leveraging data to drive business insights and innovation. The CDO collaborates with IT, operations, and business teams to enhance data-driven decision-making. Their role is essential in maximizing the value of data assets and aligning data initiatives with business goals.

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A Chief Data Officer (CDO) typically oversees the organization's data management strategy, establishes data governance policies, and ensures data quality and compliance across departments. They collaborate closely with technology, analytics, and business teams to align data initiatives with organizational goals. Daily activities may include meeting with executive leadership to set data priorities, guiding the implementation of new data systems, and addressing data-related challenges. The CDO also monitors emerging trends to keep the organization at the forefront of data innovation, making the role both strategic and highly interactive.

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To thrive as a Chief Data Officer, you need expertise in data governance, analytics, data strategy, and leadership, often supported by an advanced degree in data science, information management, or a related field. Familiarity with enterprise data management systems, cloud platforms, and certifications such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP) or Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is valuable. Outstanding communication, strategic vision, and stakeholder management skills set top candidates apart. These competencies allow a Chief Data Officer to drive organizational data initiatives, ensure data quality and security, and translate data-driven insights into business value.

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Infographic showing various Chief Data Officer job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 96% In-person, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $140,904 per year, or $67.7 per hour.

Data Governance & Controls - Director

MUFG Bank, Ltd.

Tempe, AZ • Hybrid

$173K - $216K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago


MUFG rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description

Do you want your voice heard and your actions to count?

Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), the 7th largest financial group in the world. Across the globe, we’re 120,000 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.

Job Summary:

The Data Governance & Controls Director will support the Office of the Chief Data Officer (OCDO) in defining, maintaining and executing the Data Management Integrated Control Framework (DMICF) across the enterprise.  The DMICF details data and reporting control minimum standards across the Production, Aggregation and Consumption Layers of our Enterprise Data Management Architecture (EDMA) and was developed to enhance/improve data quality with heightened standards and ultimately mitigate against a definitive set of data risks.  In aggregate, the framework represents standards of care (i.e., requirements) with controls working in synergy to ensure reliable, quality, timely and fit-for-purpose data.  The Director will coordinate the definition of requirements, communication, training, tooling and executing the DMICF with the respective Report Content Owners, Report Production Owners, Independent Subject Matter Experts, Data Officers, etc. across each MUFG Line of Business and Function.   The ideal candidate will have at least 10 years of experience in data governance, data quality, data management, or related fields.

Responsibilities

  • Define, maintain and ensure implementation of the Data Management Integrated Control Framework (DMICF) for Tier 1 Risk & Regulatory Reports and Target Scope Areas for MUFG Data Risk Management.

  • Ensure implementation of the DMICF Consumption Layer Controls for Tier 1 Risk & Regulatory Reports and Target Scope Areas for MUFG Data Risk Management.

  • Golden Source, Calculator, Model Identification & Certification for Tier 1 Risk & Regulatory Reports and Target Scope Areas for MUFG Data Risk Management.

  • Build new Key Data Element (KDE) Data Integrity Testing and ensure the implementation of Comprehensiveness Controls and other DMICF Aggregation Layer Controls

  • Execute and maintain KDE Integrity Testing in production

  • Perform sample-based data tracing on Priority Level 1 Priority KDEs for Tier 1 Risk & Regulatory Reports and Prioritized Financial Crimes Processes to confirm data accuracy.

  • Ensure implementation of the DMICF Production Layer Controls for Tier 1 Risk & Regulatory Reports and Target Scope Areas for MUFG Data Risk Management.

  • Execute and maintain KDE Data Accuracy Validation w/ Line of Business Data Custodians in production

  • Provide governance, oversight and monitoring dispositioning of Data Quality Incidents.

  • Ensure material and persistent Data Quality Problems and Issues are identified and remediated within estimated turn-around times (ETT).

  • Track and report Data Quality Lifecycle Metrics for Tier 1 and 2 Risk & Regulatory Reports and Prioritized Financial Crimes Processes.

  • Maintain and enhance Data Quality tools

  • Proactively identify gaps in current BAU activities and implement improvements.

  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of the data governance framework and processes.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in data science, information management, business administration, or related fields.

  • At least 10 years of experience in data governance, data quality, data management, or related fields.

  • Strong knowledge of data governance principles, frameworks, methodologies, and tools.

  • Experience in coordinating and facilitating data governance activities and forums.

  • Experience in working with data policies, standards, procedures, and controls.

  • Experience in working with data quality metrics, dashboards, and reports.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

  • Risk and regulatory reporting and or Financial Crimes experience is beneficial.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, PowerPoint, PowerBi and Collibra.

The typical base pay range for this role is between $173K - $216K 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.

MUFG Benefits Summary

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.

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Discover your opportunity with Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), the 6th largest financial group in the world. Across the globe, we're 160,000 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.

Industry

Banking and credit intermediation

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

New York, NY, US

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