SEO Specialist
Location: Remote (Candidates based in South Africa or the Philippines preferred)
Compensation: USD $2000 $2500/month
- Philippines: USD $2000 $2200/month
- South Africa: USD $2200 $2500/month
Industry: Web Design & E-Commerce (Shopify-focused)
Schedule: Full-time 40 hours/week (UTC-5 / EST working hours)
About the Company
A creative digital agency with a strong focus on Shopify and web design currently expanding into performance-driven SEO services. With a content-forward strategy the team is building a robust organic marketing engine to fuel long-term growth.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly analytical and creative SEO Specialist to lead on-page and off-page optimization efforts elevate the company s search visibility and contribute directly to organic traffic growth. This role is ideal for someone who blends technical know-how with content strategy and a passion for continuous learning.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop execute and refine SEO strategies to boost rankings and drive qualified traffic
- Perform in-depth keyword research and competitor analysis
- Collaborate with designers developers and content writers to align SEO with broader marketing goals
- Optimize existing website content and structure for SEO best practices
- Monitor site performance using SEO tools and analytics platforms
- Track KPIs such as keyword rankings traffic and engagement and report insights
- Leverage AI tools (e.g. Search Atlas) to enhance content development and optimization
- Stay current with algorithm updates trends and industry innovations
Must-Have Qualifications
- Proven experience with technical and content SEO 3 years preferred)
- Strong command of English with excellent written communication skills
- Proficiency in keyword research link-building and SEO performance tracking
- Hands-on experience with SEO platforms such as Search Atlas Ahrefs SEMrush or similar
- Ability to interpret analytics and turn insights into strategic actions
- Familiarity with HTML/CSS and basic technical SEO elements
Nice-to-Have Qualifications
- Background in content marketing copywriting or editorial SEO
- Previous experience in a web design e-commerce or Shopify environment
- Comfortable working remotely and managing priorities independently
- Experience collaborating with creative and development teams
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Improved keyword rankings for high-value search terms
- Growth in organic traffic and engagement metrics
- Quality and performance of SEO-optimized content
- Technical health and crawlability of websites
Hiring Process
- Screening call
- Technical interview
- Final interview with marketing leadership