[Remote] SEO & AI Search Strategist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. FatCat Strategies is seeking an SEO & AI Search Strategist to shape how brands are discovered across various search platforms. The role focuses on developing strategies for organic visibility, technical SEO, and content systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams to maximize acquisition impact.ResponsibilitiesDevelop multi-layered organic search strategies spanning: Traditional SEO, AI-generated search experiences, Conversational and answer-based discovery, Zero-click search environmentsIdentify opportunities to increase visibility across search engines, AI assistants, and recommendation-driven interfacesStay ahead of shifts in search behavior, algorithm changes, SERP evolution, and AI-driven user journeysBuild frameworks that improve authority, topical relevance, entity recognition, and discoverabilityCreate scalable content strategies rooted in intent, audience behavior, and semantic relevanceBuild topic ecosystems and internal linking structures that strengthen topical authorityGuide the development of high-quality content designed for both human users and machine interpretationOptimize existing content for extraction, summarization, citation, and conversational retrieval by AI systemsPartner with creative, development, and marketing teams to align content with growth objectivesEnsure sites maintain strong technical foundations including crawlability, indexing, structured data, and site architectureImplement schema and entity optimization strategies that improve machine understandingIdentify technical barriers limiting organic performance or AI discoverabilityCollaborate with developers on performance improvements and scalable SEO implementationsDefine success metrics across organic visibility, engagement, lead quality, conversions, and AI presenceUse GA4, Search Console, Ahrefs/Semrush, and emerging AI visibility tools to uncover opportunities and performance insightsTurn data into actionable recommendations and iterative growth strategiesMonitor competitive positioning across both traditional and AI-powered search environmentsWork cross-functionally with paid media, CRO, sales, and creative teams to align messaging and maximize acquisition impactSupport campaigns where SEO, content, paid acquisition, and AI visibility operate as a unified strategyHelp shape internal processes and educate teams on the future of search and discoverySkills3+ years of experience in SEO, content strategy, or organic growthStrong understanding of: Technical SEO fundamentals, Content strategy and keyword/intent mapping, Evolving search landscape (AI search, zero-click behavior, entity-based search)Experience creating or managing high-performing content programsFamiliarity with structured data, schema, and semantic SEO principlesAnalytical mindset with the ability to tie work to business outcomesClear communicator who can translate complex search concepts into actionable plansBenefitsHealth Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Training & DevelopmentWork From HomeCompany OverviewFatCat Strategies is a marketing firm. It was founded in 2002, and is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina, USA, with a workforce of 11-50 employees. Its website is https://fatcatstrategies.com.