Sr. Product Manager (healthcare Payer) - Remote Eligible

Sr. Product Manager

We are seeking a Sr. Product Manager with Healthcare Payer experience to lead and manage product priorities and roadmap.

In this role, you will:

• Work closely with product owners and engineering teams to define product requirements, prioritize initiatives, release planning and delivery using agile development cycles
• Conduct market and competitive analysis to identify whitespace opportunities and drive product strategy
• Creating or assisting in the creation of business cases and financial models to support the development of new product offerings
• Partner with sales, marketing and customer success teams to communicate product value and go-to-market strategies
• Act as a subject matter expert facilitating product demos and walkthroughs
• Lead roadmap reviews with client executives and prospects

Work Model

We strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a remote position open to qualified applicants in the United States. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs.

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you need to have to be considered

• 5+ years of product management or relevant experience in healthcare payer industry ideally in core administration solutions
• 2 + years of experience leading a team of product managers
• Strong understanding of payer operations in claims processing, member and provider enrollment
• Strong knowledge of product lifecycle management using agile development methodology
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Proficiency with tools like Aha!, Azure DevOps or Jira

These will help you stand out

• Prior experience with TriZetto Facets is a plus
• Familiarity with CMS, CAQH and HIPAA regulatory requirements, EDI and/or FHIR standards desired

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

*Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until 3/23/26.

The annual salary for this position is between $89,000 - $155,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans.

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

About us

Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World's Best Employers 2025) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital.

Other employment-related information

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Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you'll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.