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The Giant Bullseye

Senior Product Manager – API Integrations & Technical Support (Healthcare Payer)

The Giant Bullseye, Saint Louis, Missouri, United States, 63146

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Position Summary We are seeking a

Senior Product Manager

to lead the strategy, design, and execution of enterprise

API integrations

and

technical support solutions

across our healthcare payer ecosystem. This individual will play a key role in enabling secure, scalable, and standards‑based interoperability between internal systems, provider networks, third‑party platforms, and regulatory agencies.

This role demands a deep understanding of

API lifecycle management ,

healthcare data standards (e.g., HL7, FHIR, X12) , and

enterprise integration strategies , combined with strong leadership and cross‑functional collaboration skills. The ideal candidate will have experience delivering technical solutions in complex healthcare payer environments, with a focus on performance, reliability, and supportability.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the

product lifecycle

for API integration capabilities — from strategy and roadmap definition through development, deployment, and ongoing support.

Define and maintain

API product specifications , data models, standards, and usage documentation to enable secure and consistent integrations across payer platforms.

Partner with engineering, architecture, data governance, and business stakeholders to

map source systems and data requirements

to external and internal integration needs.

Drive alignment between

business requirements

(e.g., provider access, claims integration, eligibility checks) and

technical delivery , ensuring APIs meet the performance, security, and compliance needs of a healthcare organization.

Collaborate with technical support teams to define and evolve

API error handling ,

monitoring ,

versioning , and

issue resolution protocols .

Lead

technical support strategy

for APIs, ensuring partners and developers have the tools, documentation, and guidance needed for successful integration.

Work with analytics and engineering teams to analyze

API usage patterns , identify performance issues or opportunities, and define KPIs for platform reliability and customer satisfaction.

Facilitate

cross‑functional planning and agile execution , including backlog grooming, sprint prioritization, and go‑to‑market readiness.

Support enterprise interoperability and compliance initiatives (e.g., CMS Interoperability Rule, TEFCA) by managing APIs and integrations aligned with regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

7+ years of experience in

product management or technical product leadership , including 3+ years specifically focused on

APIs and system integrations

in a

healthcare payer

or similarly complex, regulated environment.

Strong understanding of

payer business domains , including

claims processing ,

eligibility and enrollment ,

provider systems , and

EHR/EMR integration .

Proven ability to write or review

API specifications and documentation

(e.g., Swagger/OpenAPI), data models, and integration guides.

Experience with

data mapping , source‑to‑target documentation, and working with

enterprise data teams

to align API functionality to source systems.

Deep familiarity with

RESTful API design , API lifecycle management, and platforms like

Apigee, Mulesoft, AWS API Gateway , or equivalent.

Strong understanding of

FHIR, HL7, X12 , and other healthcare interoperability standards.

Ability to analyze and report on technical issues, usage trends, and integration KPIs.

Excellent collaboration and communication skills; ability to interface effectively with engineers, business teams, and external partners.

Hands‑on experience supporting

technical troubleshooting and resolution

for partner or internal developer API issues.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Healthcare Administration, or a related field required.

Master’s degree or certifications in Product Management, Healthcare IT, or Cloud/Integration Platforms preferred.

Preferred Experience

Experience working with or integrating

provider portals ,

clearinghouses , or

EHR platforms

(e.g., Epic, Cerner).

Knowledge of

CMS interoperability regulations ,

ONC guidelines , and payer data exchange requirements.

Familiarity with

service‑level management

for APIs, including uptime SLAs, support tiers, and incident response.

Prior involvement in

modernizing legacy systems

or leading

digital transformation initiatives

in payer environments.

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