Inkitt

Inkitt

SEO Lead

San Francisco

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$220kDetected 113 days ago
AlgorithmsData AnalysisA/B TestingSEOGoogle AnalyticsCollaboration

About the role

  • Leveraging AI and predictive algorithms, Inkitt discovers unknown stories and turns them into blockbuster hits, producing a new $1M ebook every 7 days and selling directly to consumers through its Inkitt Galatea app.
  • Inkitt has become the 11th most bestseller-generating publisher in the world, boasting a 40x higher hit-rate than traditional publishers.
  • We believe every author should have an equal opportunity to succeed, as should our team members.

Responsibilities

  • Keyword & Content Optimization - Build scalable keyword frameworks, identify high-impact topics, and guide content creation to capture search intent and drive new audience growth.
  • On-Page SEO - Optimize metadata, headings, alt text, schema markup, and internal linking for key landing pages and story collections.
  • Analytics & Reporting - Set up and manage SEO dashboards, define KPIs, and track performance in GA4, GSC, Ahrefs, and other tools
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration - Partner with Product, Engineering, and Design to implement SEO best practices and launch high-impact experiments.
  • Content & Link Strategy - Lead initiatives for content freshness, authority building, and outreach to expand Inkitt's visibility and domain strength.
  • Testing & Innovation - Continuously experiment with structure, copy, and technical improvements to drive measurable organic growth.
  • Analytics & Reporting - Set up and manage SEO dashboards, define KPIs, and track performance in GA4, GSC, Ahrefs, and other tools; communicate insights to leadership.
  • Demonstrated ability to partner with Product and Engineering to scope, prioritize, and launch SEO improvements.

Nice to have

  • 6-8+ years of SEO experience with a record of delivering measurable growth at high-traffic consumer or content-driven brands.
  • Expertise across technical SEO, content optimization, and analytics
  • comfortable using GA4, GSC, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, and similar tools.
  • Strong analytical skills and experience using data to inform decisions and measure impact.
  • Previous experience in a high-growth or startup environment preferred
  • Execution-oriented with a bias toward action and tangible results.
  • Strategic but hands-on, comfortable moving between data analysis and content optimization.
  • Collaborative communicator who works effectively with cross-functional teams and leadership.

Compensation

  • $150k-$220k

Benefits

  • SEO Strategy & Roadmap - Develop and own the company-wide SEO vision, integrating technical, content, and off-page strategies across Inkitt, Galatea, and Candy Jar.
  • manage structured data and sitemap health.

Company info

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  • At Inkitt, we strive to build a company culture and provide employment opportunities based on diversity and inclusion.
  • As a growing team from 20+ countries, we welcome everyone to apply.
  • We look forward to hearing from you!
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