SEO & AI Search Strategist

Search is changing fast and we're looking for someone who understands where it's going next.

This role is built for a strategist who sees organic visibility as bigger than blue links and keyword rankings. You'll help shape how brands are discovered across traditional search engines, AI-generated answers, conversational interfaces, and emerging discovery ecosystems.

You'll lead initiatives that improve discoverability across Google Search, AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and other evolving platforms. Combining technical SEO, content strategy, semantic optimization, and performance analysis into one cohesive growth function.

We're not looking for someone who simply "does SEO." We're looking for someone who understands how search behavior is evolving and can build strategies around it.

What You'll Own
Search Visibility Strategy

Develop multi-layered organic search strategies spanning:
Traditional SEO
AI-generated search experiences
Conversational and answer-based discovery
Zero-click search environments
Identify opportunities to increase visibility across search engines, AI assistants, and recommendation-driven interfaces
Stay ahead of shifts in search behavior, algorithm changes, SERP evolution, and AI-driven user journeys
Build frameworks that improve authority, topical relevance, entity recognition, and discoverability
Content Systems & Topical Authority
Create scalable content strategies rooted in intent, audience behavior, and semantic relevance
Build topic ecosystems and internal linking structures that strengthen topical authority
Guide the development of high-quality content designed for both human users and machine interpretation
Optimize existing content for extraction, summarization, citation, and conversational retrieval by AI systems
Partner with creative, development, and marketing teams to align content with growth objectives
Technical & Semantic Optimization
Ensure sites maintain strong technical foundations including crawlability, indexing, structured data, and site architecture
Implement schema and entity optimization strategies that improve machine understanding
Identify technical barriers limiting organic performance or AI discoverability
Collaborate with developers on performance improvements and scalable SEO implementations
Measurement & Growth Analysis
Define success metrics across organic visibility, engagement, lead quality, conversions, and AI presence
Use GA4, Search Console, Ahrefs/Semrush, and emerging AI visibility tools to uncover opportunities and performance insights
Turn data into actionable recommendations and iterative growth strategies
Monitor competitive positioning across both traditional and AI-powered search environments
Integrated Growth Collaboration
Work cross-functionally with paid media, CRO, sales, and creative teams to align messaging and maximize acquisition impact
Support campaigns where SEO, content, paid acquisition, and AI visibility operate as a unified strategy
Help shape internal processes and educate teams on the future of search and discovery
Requirements

3+ years of experience in SEO, content strategy, or organic growth
Strong understanding of: Technical SEO fundamentals, Content strategy and keyword/intent mapping, Evolving search landscape (AI search, zero-click behavior, entity-based search)
Experience creating or managing high-performing content programs
Familiarity with structured data, schema, and semantic SEO principles
Analytical mindset with the ability to tie work to business outcomes
Clear communicator who can translate complex search concepts into actionable plans
Benefits

Compensation will be determined based on your experience, skill set, and the impact you're positioned to make within our team.

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
Training & Development
Work From Home

Work Location:

Hybrid in Raleigh, NC (must be able to work on-site multiple days per week)

*This role will be strictly in person only for the beginning of your employment until we're both comfortable with being virtual part-time.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, hours flexible between 8:00am - 6:00pm