SEO Team Lead
Hi, we’re Search Atlas! We’re a rapidly growing SEO software company and full-service digital agency that helps websites improve their Google performance. From Fortune 500 companies to Silicon Valley startups, our clients trust us to drive results.
If you’re smart, ambitious, and passionate about working at the forefront of AI and search technology, we want to hear from you!
Requirements
This role is expected to work in EST.
We are seeking a senior-level SEO leader who embraces AI as the future of search and actively uses AI tools in their daily workflow. You must be passionate about AI, comfortable coding with LLMs like Claude or ChatGPT, and excited about the transformation happening in search. Traditional SEO tactics are not enough anymore - we need someone who thinks AI-first.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Execution
Develop and implement advanced SEO strategies with heavy emphasis on AI search optimization
Use AI tools to analyze algorithm updates and predict impacts
Personally manage and execute strategy for high-value enterprise accounts
Build AI-powered competitive analysis frameworks
AI Search Leadership
Design strategies for Google SGE, AI Overviews, and LLM-driven discovery (ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity)
Required: Use Claude, Cursor, or similar AI coding tools to automate SEO workflows
Create prompt engineering frameworks for search optimization
Lead entity SEO, knowledge graph optimization, and semantic search initiatives
Stay ahead of AI search developments and implement cutting-edge strategies
Client Leadership
Join client calls alongside the Customer Success team to present strategy and performance
Educate C-suite executives on AI transformation in search
Build confidence in AI-first approaches while delivering results
People Leadership
Manage, mentor, and develop SEO team members (3–5+)
Train team on AI tool adoption and best practices
Ensure team is using modern AI-powered approaches, not outdated tactics
Thought Leadership
Contribute to internal and external thought leadership around AI search
Help evolve company methodologies to stay ahead of the AI curve
Required Skills & Experience
SEO & Technical Expertise
Expert-level technical SEO knowledge (crawling, indexing, Core Web Vitals, structured data)
Must have: Daily experience using AI coding assistants (Claude, Cursor, GitHub Copilot)
Deep understanding of modern AI search systems (LLMs, vector databases, RAG, semantic search)
Proven experience with enterprise SEO and large-scale optimization
AI Tools & Platforms (Required)
AI Assistants: Active use of Claude, ChatGPT, or similar for problem-solving
Coding with AI: Ability to write Python/JavaScript using AI assistants
SEO Tools: Search Atlas Suite, Screaming Frog, plus modern AI-powered tools
Analytics: GA4, GSC API, BigQuery (bonus: using AI for data analysis)
Leadership & Communication
Experience managing SEO teams of 3–5+ people
Strong client-facing presentation skills
Ability to translate complex AI concepts into actionable insights
Comfort with executive stakeholder management
What We’re NOT Looking For
SEO professionals stuck in 2015 tactics
Those who think AI is “just hype”
People who haven’t used AI tools in the past month
Focus solely on traditional keyword research and link building
Benefits
15 Days PTO + Christmas Day + New Years Day paid off
Salary
$28.85 - $40 USD an hour
Our Recruitment Process
Step 1: Initial screening call with our recruitment team
Step 2: Assessment to showcase your skills (if applicable)
Step 3: Interview with our Hiring Manager
Step 4: Final interview with our CTO
Step 5: Offer extended
Life at Search Atlas Group
We are committed to fostering a healthy work-life balance, innovation, and a collaborative, inclusive culture—no matter where you work. We host monthly virtual game days and events, and our team enjoys the flexibility of contributing to charity initiatives of their choice. We believe in supporting both personal growth and professional success, ensuring that remote work doesn’t mean disconnected work.
Here’s a look into our core values:
Collaborative & Engaged: We’re a tight-knit team that supports each other and shares knowledge.
Excellence Driven: We aim for the highest standards, always raising the bar.
Self-Starter Mentality: We take initiative and problem-solve independently.
Innovative: We embrace change, experiment, and think outside the box.
Student Mentality: We learn from our mistakes and constantly evolve.
Why Join Us?
We’re proud of the recognition we’ve received for our growth and commitment to creating a positive, inclusive work environment. Here are just a few of the accolades that highlight our success and culture:
Nevada’s Top Workplaces - #1 Small Business, Best New Ideas
Best Start-Up Agency (U.S. Search Awards)
Top B2B Companies (Clutch)
Inc’s On The Rise and Best Places to Work (Inc. Magazine)
Great Place to Work Certified (Great Place to Work)
These awards reflect the hard work, dedication, and passion of our entire team, and we’d love for you to be a part of it!
Want to hear more? Here is our Founder, Manick on why you should work with us at Search Atlas.
- Department
- LinkGraph
- Remote status
- Fully Remote
- Hourly salary
- $28.85 - $40