Lightcast

Director of API's – Data Shares

Lightcast

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Moscow • Idaho • United States

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

AWSAzureCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformGraphQLGRPC

About the role

  • Lead the go-to-market strategy for APIs, data shares, and partner integrations, including positioning, packaging, and launch execution.
  • Identify and prioritize high-value integration opportunities with enterprise and HR tech platforms.
  • Partner with Sales, Partnerships, and Marketing to drive API- and integration-led revenue growth.
  • Translate customer and partner needs into clear product requirements, technical roadmaps, and business outcomes.
  • Oversee the full lifecycle of API and data-sharing products—from concept to adoption and continuous improvement.
  • Champion developer experience and high-quality documentation in partnership with Product Operations.
  • Lead and mentor a small team of Product Managers focused on APIs, data shares, and integrations.
  • Collaborate across Product, Engineering, Data Science, Security, Legal, Sales, and Partnerships to deliver scalable, secure solutions.
  • Ensure compliance with data governance and security standards (ISO-27001, GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
  • Support Sales and Customer Success teams in complex integration and enterprise deals.

Requirements

  • 10+ years of experience in product management, platform products, partnerships, or go-to-market roles in SaaS or data-driven businesses.
  • Proven record of launching and scaling API-based or integration-driven products.
  • Strong knowledge of modern API frameworks (REST, GraphQL, gRPC, OAS) and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
  • Deep understanding of enterprise integrations and partner ecosystems.
  • Ability to bridge technical concepts with commercial strategy and customer needs.
  • Skilled at leading cross-functional initiatives and influencing without direct authority.
  • Preferred: experience with HR tech, analytics platforms, or enterprise SaaS environments.
  • MBA or equivalent business experience is a plus.
Benefits
  • Equal opportunity workplace
  • Encouragement of diverse backgrounds in the team

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard skills
product managementAPI frameworksRESTGraphQLgRPCOAScloud infrastructureAWSAzureGCP
Soft skills
leadershipmentoringcross-functional collaborationinfluencingcommunicationstrategic thinkingcustomer focusproblem-solvingdocumentationteam management
Certifications
MBA