Senior SEO Strategist

IMPORTANT: Please do not apply for this position via LinkedIn. Please follow the instructions mentioned below.

Position: SEO Strategist

Employment Type: Contract (Opportunity to Transition to Full-Time Permanent Position)

Location: Fully Remote

About the Role:

As a SEO Strategist at DigitlHaus Agency, you will be responsible for driving measurable organic growth for our eCommerce clients through strategic, data-driven SEO initiatives.

This is not a basic SEO execution role. We are looking for someone who understands that SEO is not just rankings, it’s about driving qualified traffic, increasing conversions, and unlocking long-term revenue growth.

You will work closely with our internal team and clients to develop and execute comprehensive SEO strategies across Shopify and BigCommerce storefronts. This includes technical SEO, on-page optimization, content strategy, and ongoing performance analysis.

This role will begin as a contract position with the opportunity to transition into a full-time, permanent position for the right candidate.

Responsibilities:

SEO Strategy & Execution

• Own and manage SEO strategy for multiple eCommerce clients on an ongoing basis.
• Conduct in-depth SEO audits across:
• Technical SEO (site structure, crawlability, indexing, performance)
• On-page SEO (metadata, keyword targeting, internal linking, content structure)
• Content opportunities and gaps
• Develop and implement SEO roadmaps aligned with client business goals and KPIs.
• Optimize product pages, category pages, collections, and content to drive organic growth.
• Identify and execute opportunities to increase rankings, traffic, and conversions.
• Monitor algorithm updates and proactively adjust strategies.

Technical SEO & Performance Optimization

• Analyze and improve:
• Site speed and Core Web Vitals
• Mobile performance and UX
• Crawl efficiency and indexing
• Collaborate with development teams to implement technical SEO improvements.
• Identify and resolve issues related to:
• Duplicate content
• Broken links
• Redirect chains
• Schema markup
• Ensure best practices are implemented across Shopify and BigCommerce environments.

Content Strategy & Optimization

• Conduct keyword research based on intent, competition, and conversion potential.
• Build and guide SEO-driven content strategies that align with user behavior and business goals.
• Provide recommendations for:
• Landing pages
• Blog content
• Collection/category expansion
• Optimize existing content to improve rankings and engagement.

Analytics, Reporting & Insights

• Track and report on SEO performance including:
• Organic traffic
• Keyword rankings
• Conversions and revenue impact
• Use tools such as Google Analytics, Search Console, Ahrefs, SEMrush, or similar.
• Translate data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
• Continuously identify opportunities for improvement and growth.

Client Communication & Collaboration

• Work closely with clients to align SEO strategy with business objectives.
• Present findings, insights, and performance reports in a clear, strategic manner.
• Collaborate with internal teams across:
• Design
• Development
• Account Strategy
• Provide SEO guidance throughout projects including redesigns, migrations, and optimizations.

Market Intelligence & Growth Strategy

• Stay ahead of SEO trends, algorithm changes, and industry best practices.
• Understand the competitive landscape across eCommerce verticals.
• Identify patterns and opportunities across client accounts to improve performance.
• Contribute ideas to improve internal SEO processes, frameworks, and offerings.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3+ years of SEO experience, preferably within an agency or eCommerce environment.
• Proven experience driving organic growth for eCommerce brands.
• Strong understanding of:
• Technical SEO
• On-page SEO
• Keyword strategy
• Content optimization
• Experience working with Shopify and/or BigCommerce is highly preferred.

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• Familiarity with SEO tools such as:
• Google Analytics
• Google Search Console
• Ahrefs / SEMrush / Screaming Frog
• Ability to analyze data and translate it into clear strategic direction.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to manage multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and highly organized.
• Strategic thinker with a performance-driven mindset.

Growth Opportunity

This role is designed to evolve into a full-time position for the right candidate.

Success in this role will be measured by the strategist's performance managing SEO for multiple accounts.

Benefits (When Transition to Full-Time)

• Competitive Salary
• Work Anywhere (Fully Remote)
• Competitive PTO (Vacation / Sick / Personal)
• Retirement 401K
• Home Office Allowance
• Skills & Education Allowance
• Computer & Equipment Allowance

How to Apply for this Position:

Please do not apply for this position via LinkedIn. To apply for this position, please follow the instructions below.

1. Create a new email
2. Add Subject Line to Email: “SEO Strategist Application – [Type Your Name]”
3. Add Attachments to Email: Attach your resume and video introduction link (instructions below)
4. Send Email to: mason.quint@digitlhaus.com and info@digitlhaus.com

Video Introduction Instructions:

Record a 3-5 minute video introducing yourself and addressing the following:

1. Why should we hire you? What sets you apart from others applying for this position?
2. What SEO strategy have you used for an eCommerce brand that has been proved the most effective?
3. What experience do you have managing SEO for eCommerce brands? What results have you driven?

Video Submission Instructions:

Upload your video to Google Drive (or other 3rd party FTP) and share the URL so we can review.

We look forward to reviewing your submission! Thank you!