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SEO Specialist (Technical SEO, Ahrefs & SEMrush) – Remote
Position Type: Full-Time, Remote
Working Hours: U.S. Business Hours
About the Role
At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an SEO Specialist to drive organic traffic, improve search rankings, and strengthen the technical health of high-impact websites.
This is a hands-on, execution-focused role where you’ll own technical SEO, keyword strategy, content optimization, site health, link building, and performance reporting.
If you’re experienced with SEMrush, Ahrefs, Google Analytics, Google Search Console, and technical SEO audits and know how to turn search data into measurable growth, this role is for you.
What You’ll OwnKeyword Research & SEO Strategy
Conduct in-depth keyword research using:
SEMrush
Ahrefs
Google Keyword Planner
Map keywords to search intent and funnel stages.
Identify:
Ranking opportunities
Content gaps
Competitor opportunities
High-value search terms
Build SEO-driven content strategies aligned with organic growth goals.
On-Page SEO & Content Optimization
Optimize:
Meta titles and descriptions
H1–H3 heading structures
Internal linking
URL structures
Image optimization
Implement schema markup and structured data where applicable.
Conduct content audits and recommend updates, expansions, or optimization opportunities.
Ensure content remains both search-friendly and engaging for users.
Improve existing pages to increase rankings, traffic, and conversions.
Technical SEO
Conduct technical audits using:
Screaming Frog
Sitebulb
SEMrush
Identify and resolve:
Crawl errors
Indexing issues
Broken links
Duplicate content
Redirect and canonicalization issues
Manage:
XML sitemaps
Robots.txt
Canonical tags
Improve Core Web Vitals, page speed, mobile performance, and crawlability.
Work with developers to prioritize and implement technical SEO improvements.
Off-Page SEO & Link Building
Develop ethical, scalable link-building strategies.
Support backlink acquisition through:
Guest posting
PR outreach
Partnerships
Monitor backlink quality and domain authority.
Identify potentially harmful or low-quality backlinks and support cleanup or disavowal where appropriate.
Analytics & Reporting
Track:
Keyword rankings
Organic traffic
Search impressions
Conversions
SEO performance trends
Analyze performance using Google Analytics and Google Search Console.
Build dashboards using Looker Studio, Power BI, or similar tools.
Prepare weekly and monthly reports with clear insights and recommendations.
Use performance data to continuously refine SEO strategy.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with:
Content writers
Developers
Marketing teams
Provide SEO recommendations for:
Website redesigns
Site migrations
New website launches
Landing pages
Content initiatives
Ensure SEO requirements are incorporated into development and content workflows.
Required Experience & Skills
2+ years of professional SEO experience.
Strong hands-on experience with:
SEMrush
Ahrefs
Screaming Frog
Google Analytics
Google Search Console
Strong understanding of:
Technical SEO
On-page SEO
Off-page SEO
Keyword research
Search intent
Link building
Experience working with CMS platforms such as:
WordPress
Webflow
Shopify
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to translate SEO data into actionable recommendations.
Strong written and verbal English communication skills.
Preferred Experience
Proven success ranking competitive keywords.
Advanced technical SEO audit experience.
Knowledge of schema markup and structured data.
International or multilingual SEO experience.
Experience within:
SaaS
E-commerce
Content-driven businesses
Basic HTML/CSS knowledge for SEO implementation and developer collaboration.
Tools & Technology
SEMrush
Ahrefs
Google Analytics
Google Search Console
Google Keyword Planner
Screaming Frog
Sitebulb
Looker Studio
Power BI
WordPress / Webflow / Shopify
What Makes You a Great Fit
You understand both technical SEO and content strategy.
You care about business outcomes, not just keyword rankings.
You’re comfortable diagnosing technical issues and working with developers to resolve them.
You use data to identify opportunities and prioritize SEO initiatives.
You stay current with search trends and algorithm changes.
You’re highly organized and disciplined with execution.
What a Typical Day Looks Like
You may:
Review organic traffic, rankings, and Search Console data.
Research new keyword and content opportunities.
Conduct technical site audits.
Optimize existing pages for rankings and conversions.
Coordinate technical fixes with developers.
Work with writers on SEO-focused content.
Review backlink profiles and link-building opportunities.
Analyze performance and prepare SEO reports.
In short: you keep websites technically healthy, highly visible in search, and continuously growing organic traffic and conversions.
Key Metrics for Success (KPIs)
Growth in organic traffic and search impressions.
Improvement in Top 3 and Page 1 keyword rankings.
Increased organic conversion rates.
Reduced technical SEO issues.
Improved Core Web Vitals and site performance.
Growth in high-quality backlinks.
Positive ROI from SEO initiatives.
Interview Process
Initial Phone Screen
Video Interview with Pavago Recruiter
Practical Assessment (SEO Audit or Strategy Exercise)
Client Interview
Offer & Background Verification
What Happens After You Apply
Right after you apply, you’ll receive an email invitation from Spark Hire to record your Intro Video. This short, self-recorded video completes your application and can be recorded whenever it’s convenient.
Instead of repeating yourself across multiple screening calls, you’ll introduce yourself once, and your video will be shared with the hiring team. You can record your video as many times as you’d like before submitting it—only your final submission will be reviewed.
Please keep an eye on both your inbox and spam folder for your Spark Hire invitation.
Apply Now
If you’re an SEO Specialist who thrives on technical optimization, keyword strategy, rankings, and organic traffic growth, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help scale sustainable organic growth through high-impact SEO execution.