Director of SEO

Intellibright, an award-winning Google Partner agency, is seeking a Director of SEO to lead and scale our organic search practice in an era where AI-generated search results are redefining the SERP. This is a strategic leadership role for a technically proficient, growth-focused SEO expert who thrives on building high-impact strategies and navigating the evolving landscape of AI-driven search.

Recognized by Inc. 5000 and The Financial Times as one of the 500 Fastest Growing Companies in the Americas five years running, Intellibright is a high-performance digital marketing agency based in Austin, TX. We help mid-size and enterprise companies grow through data-driven strategies across Paid Ads, SEO, Website Development, and Revenue-Focused Consulting. Our unique Pay Per Sale and Subscription models align our success with client outcomes.

You'll lead a seasoned SEO and content team, tackle large-scale technical challenges, and help future-proof SEO strategy by incorporating AI trends like Google's Search Generative Experience (SGE). This is your chance to own the strategy behind how brands show uptoday and in the AI-first future.

Lead and grow our SEO & Content teams, fostering a high-performance, collaborative culture.

Develop forward-looking SEO strategies that incorporate traditional search fundamentals and evolving AI-driven SERP experiences.

Stay ahead of algorithm updates, including AI-driven search changes, and guide clients through shifts in user behavior and content discovery.

Oversee large-scale technical SEO efforts including Core Web Vitals, structured data, crawl/indexing optimization, and site architecture.

Implement strategies to optimize content for visibility in both traditional organic results and AI-generated summaries.

Drive audits and diagnostics using tools like Screaming Frog, GSC, GA4, and custom scripts or AI-based platforms.

Develop and implement workflows using tools like ChatGPT, Jasper, SurferSEO, Clearscope, and MarketMuse.

Use AI for large-scale automation: keyword clustering, internal linking strategies, and content briefs.

Evaluate how SGE and zero-click results affect search intent, traffic, and CTRadjust strategies accordingly.

Define KPIs for organic traffic, conversion value, and ROIaligned with client goals.

Create performance dashboards and deliver clear, strategic insights to internal stakeholders and C-level clients.

Translate complex data into actionable business opportunities.

Work closely with developers, designers, content creators, and paid media specialists to align SEO across all digital touchpoints.

Advocate for a holistic digital strategy where SEO is integrated, not siloed.

Requirements

7+ years of hands-on SEO experience, including technical, on-page, off-page, and content optimization.

Deep understanding of AI-generated search trends, SGE, and how to adapt strategy accordingly.

Advanced experience with enterprise tools: GSC, GA4, Screaming Frog, SEMrush, Ahrefs, etc.

Strong background in technical SEO: Core Web Vitals, structured data, crawl budget optimization, and JavaScript rendering.

WordPress power user (Elementor/WP Rocket preferred).

Proven success leading SEO for large, complex websites and scaling content production.

Experience with backlink strategies, outreach, and local SEO for multi-location clients.

Data-driven mindset with the ability to derive insights from complex datasets and build client trust.

Strong leadership and mentoring abilityable to inspire and elevate a team.

Based in Austin or willing to relocate for a hybrid schedule (MWF in-office).

Benefits

Base Salary: $102,000$120,000 (depending on experience)

Annual Bonus: 5% performance-based bonus

Retirement: 401(k) with 5% company match

Healthcare: 100% employer-paid premiums for Blue Cross Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Time Off: 28 days of Holiday/PTO + 2 weeks of fully remote work annually

Flexible start times (79 AM), hybrid work schedule MWF In Office

Team lunches, stocked kitchen, music, zen room, nap space, and outdoor patios

Stable & Self-Funded: Profitable and growing for 16+ years with no outside capital

Real opportunity to lead, innovate, and scale a next-gen SEO practice

Ready to own organic search in an AI-first world?

Join Intellibright and help shape the future of performance-driven SEO.

Qualification

Bachelor's Degree