Senior SEO Specialist Job at Okta in Chicago

Overview Get to know Okta Okta is The World's Identity Company. We free everyone to safely use any technology, anywhere, on any device or app. Our flexible and neutral products, Okta Platform and Auth0 Platform, provide secure access, authentication, and automation, placing identity at the core of business security and growth. Okta celebrates a variety of perspectives and experiences. We are not looking for someone who checks every single box – we’re looking for lifelong learners who can make us better with their unique experiences. Join our team! We’re building a world where Identity belongs to you. Sr. SEO Specialist - Job Description Overview Okta is seeking a highly skilled and results-oriented Senior SEO Specialist to independently drive high-impact SEO and GEO work across Okta.com. This is a senior individual contributor role that requires full ownership, proactive problem-solving, and senior-level decision-making across technical, content, and analytical SEO initiatives. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong judgment, clear communication, operational rigor, fruitful cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to translate SEO insights into measurable business outcomes with minimal oversight. Strategic Leadership & Ownership Operate with minimal supervision, taking full ownership of all assigned work and proactively solving problems and identifying opportunities Self-initiate SEO checks, QA, competitive research, and the development of new ideas and strategies Manage multiple concurrent projects effectively, meeting both deadlines and quality standards while triaging needs based on business impact Create and communicate SEO strategy roadmaps with stakeholders and Okta leadership Proactively update manager and stakeholders on project status and progress Understands how to work in a collaborative team environment and enterprise organization who can be impactful via strong POVs Stay current on industry changes (SEO, AI/GEO/AEO) and apply new insights to daily work and long-term strategy Core SEO Execution Demonstrate SEO expertise consistent with 5+ years of professional experience, understanding the why behind SEO issues Identify and prioritize SEO gaps based on potential business impact and measurable outcomes (acquisition, performance) Utilize systems, checklists, and repeatable processes to ensure comprehensive and high-quality analysis and execution Maintain a strong working understanding of Okta's business model and product offerings Correlate cause-and-effect relationships in SEO performance to synthesize trends and patterns Mentor and enable marketing and non-marketing stakeholders to adopt SEO best practices Develop best practice documentation to enable internal teams to self-service Communication & Delivery Provide senior-level insights, synthesis, and actionable recommendations Communicate complex SEO concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences QA all work prior to stakeholder review, with strong attention to detail, and anticipate stakeholder questions Use a self-owned resources and task management system (e.g., Asana) to manage work, files, tools, links, and deadlines with accurate status, ownership, and due dates Qualifications 5+ years of professional experience demonstrating advanced SEO expertise (technical, content, and analytical) Knowledge of multiple SEO platforms such as STAT, SEMRush, Lumar/DeepCrawl, Looker Studio, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Screaming Frog, and more Experience with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) is a plus Passionate about SEO, GEO, content strategy, AI, and digital marketing Proficiency in spreadsheets, including, but not limited to functions such as VLOOKUPs, % change formulas, conditional formatting, and more Comfortable navigating CMS platforms and making accurate site changes if needed Experience with reporting platforms like GA4, Adobe Analytics, Looker Studio, and more Proven ability to leverage SEO tools, AI, and automation to increase efficiency and scale impact Ability to create impactful slide decks, deliverables, and reporting materials for senior-level audiences A collaborative mindset that contributes positively to team velocity, quality, and morale What you can look forward to as a Full-Time Okta employee! Amazing Benefits Making Social Impact Developing Talent and Fostering Connection + Community at Okta Some roles may require travel to one of our office locations for in-person onboarding. Okta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran. We also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and convictions records, consistent with applicable laws. If reasonable accommodation is needed to complete any part of the job application, interview process, or onboarding please use this Form to request an accommodation. 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