Bigcommerce

SEO Manager

Austin, TX, USA · Contract

No sponsorship$68k-$130kDetected 24 days ago

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About the role

This role sits at the intersection of traditional search optimization and the rapidly evolving landscape of AI-generated answers and generative engine results.
If you thrive in ambiguity, love being an early mover, and have a strong instinct for where search is heading, this role was built for you.
We also consider internal equity to help ensure fair and consistent pay practices across our teams.

Own keyword research and AI prompt research - identifying not just what people search for, but how they phrase queries to AI assistants and large language models.
Develop and execute strategies to improve BigCommerce's presence in AI-generated answers, featured snippets, and generative engine results (Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, etc.).
Lead the blog and SEO content strategy, including editorial planning, content brief creation, and performance measurement.
Partner with writers and content teams to produce high-quality articles optimized for both traditional search and AI citation.
Identify and champion opportunities to develop proprietary research and data assets - original surveys, industry studies, and statistics hubs - that earn organic links and AI citations.
Use Clearscope and Claude AI to develop detailed content briefs that give writers a clear roadmap for search-intent-aligned content.
Build and refine prompt-based workflows that increase team output and quality without sacrificing strategic rigor.
Link Building & Off-Page SEO
Manage and evaluate external link building contractors and agency relationships, including quality control, performance tracking, and budget stewardship.
Develop link acquisition strategies that complement content initiatives, including data-driven outreach, digital PR, and strategic partnerships.

5+ years of experience in SEO, with demonstrated results in organic traffic growth and search performance.
Hands-on experience with AI search optimization (AEO/GEO) - or a strong, documented understanding of how AI-generated answers work and a clear track record of adapting quickly to new search paradigms.
Experience managing contractors, agencies, or direct reports, with the organizational discipline to keep multiple workstreams on track.
Analytical mindset with the ability to translate data into a clear narrative for non-SEO stakeholders.
Proven ability to navigate competing priorities and align stakeholders, keeping SEO/AEO projects moving from brief to live without losing momentum.

Experience designing or executing proprietary research initiatives (surveys, industry data, statistics hubs) to generate linkable, citable assets.

The national base salary range for this role is posted above in this job post.
Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as relevant experience, skills, qualifications and geographic location.
We also consider internal equity to help ensure fair and consistent pay practices across our teams.
Where applicable, this role may also be eligible for variable compensation (such as bonus or commission), equity, and benefits in accordance with local policies.
Details will be shared during the hiring process.
We are committed to equitable and transparent pay practices that align to market data, internal equity, and individual contribution.

Where applicable, this role may also be eligible for variable compensation (such as bonus or commission), equity, and benefits in accordance with local policies.
We are committed to equitable and transparent pay practices that align to market data, internal equity, and individual contribution.

At Commerce, we believe that celebrating the unique histories, perspectives and abilities of every employee makes a difference for our company, our customers and our community.

We are an equal opportunity employer and the inclusive atmosphere we build together will make room for every person to contribute, grow and thrive.

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