Senior Director of Product

EMERGE; United States; Remote; USD 200,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Director of Product to spearhead their API-focused distribution platform. This fully remote role involves leading a team of product managers to enhance integration tools and streamline processes for insurance carriers and partners. The ideal candidate will leverage their extensive experience in product management and API development to drive product adoption and solve complex challenges. With a strong commitment to innovation and collaboration, this role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of insurance technology. If you're passionate about leading transformative projects and fostering a culture of excellence, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Flexible Hours

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k with Company Match

Annual Bonus

Qualifications

• 10+ years in Product Management with API and integration expertise.
• 5+ years managing teams, including product managers.

Responsibilities

• Lead product strategy for API-driven distribution ecosystem.
• Drive innovation and execution across the distribution platform.

Skills

Product Management

API Expertise

Integration Development

Collaboration Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Job description

We are partnered with a global leader in cloud-based software for the insurance industry and has been at the forefront of innovation for over 40 years. Its solutions power the business of insurance by automating the lifecycle and helping millions protect what matters most. With a strong commitment to its people, culture, and customers, our client fosters an inclusive, modern workplace that values excellence and continuous improvement.

Our client is looking for a Senior Director of Product, Distribution Ecosystem to lead their API-focused distribution platform, which connects insurance carriers, technology partners, and agencies to streamline integration and broaden distribution opportunities. This role involves managing a team of product managers to drive the development of new features, integration tools, testing frameworks, documentation, and analytics—enabling partners and customers to connect seamlessly with the platform. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to solve customer and partner challenges, boost product adoption, and champion the needs of distribution across the organization.

REWARDS

• Salary range: $200,000-$220,000 annually
• 10% annual bonus
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k and/or RRSP with company match
• Work-Life Balance: flexible hours, PTO (vacation, personal, sick)
• Fully remote position (some travel required)
  
  

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in Product Management, with expertise in APIs, integrations, development lifecycles and the needs of both developers and end user customers
• 5+ years of people management experience, including 2 years of managing product managers
• Experience managing and enhancing APIs that internal/external partners and customers use to integrate within their applications
• Strong understanding of the content and tools needed by developers to integrate with partner APIs.
• Ability to lead cross functional departmental teams in the development of readiness practices and processes; effective in implementing new and improved processes
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a proven ability to work across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience in the areas of Information Science, Computer Science, or related disciplines.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Transform distribution experiences across the insurance industry by leading product strategy and vision for our API-driven distribution ecosystem
• Drive strategy, innovation, and execution across our distribution ecosystem
• Lead a product team to develop industry-leading solutions, integration tools, testing frameworks, and documentation that empower customers and developers to effectively integrate distribution solutions within their applications
• Create innovative products that solve customer problems and drive successful product development and management
• Develop product roadmaps and work in close collaboration with UX, engineering, marketing, internal product teams and other stakeholders
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address developer challenges and enhance product adoption
• Build end-to-end integration journeys and monitor funnel drop-offs throughout the journey
  
  

Emerge is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other protected characteristic. In compliance with the Job Application Fairness Act, we ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process and provide necessary and reasonable accommodations. We value diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management and Marketing

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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