Role Overview
We are looking for an experienced Director – AI SEO Expert to lead our SEO strategy with a strong focus on AI-driven optimization. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in technical SEO, content intelligence, large-scale search optimization, and AI-powered growth strategies. This role requires a visionary leader who can combine traditional SEO fundamentals with modern AI tools to drive sustainable organic growth.
Key Responsibilities
AI-Driven SEO Strategy & Leadership
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Develop and lead the overall AI-powered SEO strategy across all digital platforms.
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Integrate AI/ML tools to automate keyword research, content planning, clustering, and SERP optimization.
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Identify AI-based opportunities to scale SEO through predictive analytics and automated insights.
Technical SEO Excellence
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Conduct advanced technical SEO audits, site speed improvements, schema implementation, and crawl optimization.
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Work closely with engineering teams to ensure search-friendly architecture, log-file analysis, and site health optimization.
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Oversee large-scale indexation, core web vitals, and mobile optimization.
Content + AI Optimization
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Use AI tools (ChatGPT, Gemini, Jasper, Surfer SEO, Frase, Clearscope, etc.) to guide content planning, generation, and optimization.
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Oversee content clusters, topical authority mapping, and AI-assisted content briefs.
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Ensure all content aligns with E-E-A-T and Google search quality guidelines.
Leadership, Reporting & Collaboration
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Lead and mentor the entire SEO team (technical, on-page, off-page, content, analytics).
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Collaborate with Product, Dev, Analytics, and Marketing leadership teams.
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Build forecasting models, growth roadmaps, and monthly performance dashboards using AI analytics.
Search Innovation & Growth
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Stay ahead of trends in Search Generative Experience (SGE), voice search, entity-based SEO, and semantic search.
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Experiment with automation, custom AI models, and new search technologies.
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Drive organic growth KPIs including traffic, rankings, conversions, and revenue impact.
Required Skills & Experience
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10+ years in SEO with at least 3–5 years in leadership roles (Head/Director/Lead SEO).
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Strong expertise using AI-powered SEO tools, automation, and machine learning workflows.
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Deep understanding of Google algorithms, semantic SEO, SGE, and LLM-based search behavior.
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Proven track record of driving organic growth for large websites or global brands.
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Strong knowledge of:
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Technical SEO
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Advanced keyword strategy
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Site architecture & schema
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Analytics (GA4, GSC, Looker, BigQuery)
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AI-assisted content optimization
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Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience working in digital agencies or global SEO environments.
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Knowledge of Python scripts for SEO automation (bonus).
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Experience with enterprise-level SEO platforms (Ahrefs, SEMrush, BrightEdge, Conductor, Botify).
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Experience integrating AI/ML into search workflows.
Key Traits
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Strategic thinker with strong analytical mindset
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Innovative and future-focused
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Data-driven decision-maker
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Strong ownership and accountability
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Collaborative and high-performance leadership style