Remote SEO Specialist in NYC

Shape Digital Visibility from Anywhere

Step into a strategic role that empowers you to optimize, innovate, and lead from the comfort of your own space. We are seeking a skilled Remote SEO Specialist based in New York City who thrives in a results-driven, tech-enabled environment. This position is crafted for digital marketers who know that excellent search visibility isn't just about rankings—it's about measurable impact. With an annual salary of $75,077, this role is your opportunity to drive meaningful growth and advance cutting-edge SEO strategies that power global success stories.

The Mission You'll Drive

As a key member of a collaborative marketing and data analytics team, you will be entrusted with optimizing on-page and off-page performance across diverse digital properties. Your data-informed decisions, coupled with your keen understanding of algorithmic behavior and SERP evolution, will directly impact user acquisition, conversion growth, and brand authority.

Your primary mission? To translate complex search trends into actionable strategies that fuel sustainable traffic, elevate content discoverability, and enhance site credibility. All of this while working fully remotely, in sync with creative designers, developers, and data analysts who champion innovation.

Key Responsibilities that Matter

On-Page Optimization

• Audit websites to enhance title tags, meta descriptions, headers, schema markup, and internal linking.
• Conduct in-depth keyword research aligned with user intent and brand positioning.
• Craft SEO-friendly content briefs that reflect topical relevance, semantic structure, and natural readability

Technical SEO Excellence

• Monitor and optimize site speed, crawlability, mobile responsiveness, and Core Web Vitals.
• Analyze log files and set up efficient crawling rules to improve indexing patterns.
• Collaborate with engineering to implement structured data, canonical tags, and error fixes.

Link Acquisition Strategy

• Create ethical outreach campaigns and partner strategies to earn high-authority backlinks.
• Monitor backlink profiles and disavow harmful links via Google Search Console.
• Track domain authority, trust flow, and referring domains using tools like Majestic and Ahrefs

Performance Analytics

• Measure ROI from organic campaigns via GA4, Looker Studio dashboards, and goal funnels
• Set up event tracking and conversion goals across mobile and desktop platforms.
• Use heatmaps, click maps, and behavioral analysis to understand UX-SEO dynamics.

Tools and Technologies You'll Leverage

This role provides hands-on experience with a robust tech stack built for visibility, insight, and agility:

• SEMrush / Ahrefs / Moz: Competitive tracking, keyword positioning, and link analysis
• Google Search Console / Bing Webmaster Tools: Technical diagnostics and indexing metrics
• GA4 / Looker Studio / Tag Manager: Behavioral analytics and conversion tracking
• Screaming Frog / Sitebulb: Comprehensive crawling and technical audits
• Surfer SEO / Clearscope: Content optimization via semantic correlation
• CMS platforms: Familiarity with WordPress, Webflow, or Shopify preferred

Innovation and Collaboration in a Remote-First Culture

Work doesn’t feel like work when you’re part of a culture that values curiosity, autonomy, and excellence. In this fully remote position, you will join an agile team that prioritizes digital innovation and cross-functional collaboration. Daily syncs, biweekly planning sessions, and monthly performance deep-dives keep everyone aligned while maintaining flexibility and focus.

What Makes Our Environment Exceptional:

• Data-first decision making: All strategies are backed by metrics and experimentation
• Cross-functional harmony: Collaborate seamlessly with UX, development, paid media, and content
• Transparent KPIs: Access to real-time dashboards, goal-tracking, and clear success benchmarks
• Creative freedom: Your expertise will help shape editorial calendars, testing hypotheses, and content blueprints

Qualifications We Value

To thrive in this role, you'll need to bring a balanced mix of analytical acumen, creative thinking, and technological fluency. We're looking for individuals who are both strategic thinkers and hands-on implementers.

Core Requirements:

• Minimum of three years of hands-on experience leading SEO strategies and implementations
• Deep familiarity with Google’s algorithm updates, penalties, and ranking factors
• Ability to conduct competitive gap analysis and opportunity forecasting
• Strong command of HTML, CSS basics, and technical site architecture
• Comfortable managing and optimizing large content libraries and taxonomies
• Excellent communication skills—written and verbal—for clear documentation and team collaboration
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Computer Science, Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience)

Bonus Points:

• Experience working with global or multilingual websites
• Familiarity with AI-assisted SEO tools or natural language models
• Knowledge of local SEO nuances, especially for NYC-based campaigns

Career Growth & Learning Opportunities

In addition to your core responsibilities, this position unlocks unique opportunities for professional development and creative leadership. You’ll be supported by a forward-thinking management structure that encourages exploration, ownership, and ongoing professional development.

• Access to industry conferences (BrightonSEO, MozCon, SMX)
• Paid certification courses (HubSpot SEO, Google Analytics, Technical SEO)
• Regular lunch-and-learns featuring leaders in search marketing and conversion optimization
• Transparent promotion pathways and skills benchmarking

Competitive Benefits That Support You

Your Remote Work Perks:

• Competitive salary of $75,077 annually
• Generous PTO, wellness days, and holidays
• Monthly work-from-home stipend
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Subscription reimbursements for SEO tools, learning platforms, and coworking spaces

Your Next Step Starts Here

Are you ready to architect smarter visibility strategies that drive real-world outcomes? If you're an experienced SEO expert who thrives on tech-savvy challenges and innovative thinking, then you're exactly who we're looking for. Step into a digital-first role where your work will be seen, measured, and celebrated.

Fuel your future in search—apply today and optimize your career from anywhere!