Principal SEO
136k - 184k USD
Remote
Full Time
#Product
#SEO Strategy
#Leadership
#Google Search Console
#SEO
#SEMrush
#Ahrefs
#Screaming Frog
Upwork serves as the world’s work marketplace, connecting everyone from independent startups to massive Fortune 100 enterprises through a platform built on trust. We help talent and businesses collaborate in innovative ways to reach their full potential. Last year alone, over 3.8 billion dollars of work was completed on our platform by skilled professionals who are taking control of their careers and finding work they truly love.
What is this role?
We are searching for a Principal SEO to lead the organic growth strategy for our marketplace. This is a full-time, executive-level position that can be performed remotely. You will be a key influencer, working alongside our teams to shape the people, processes, and technology that drive our long-term vision. This is a perfect opportunity for a seasoned leader to make a significant impact on a highly trafficked platform used by freelancers and clients across the globe.
What will you do?
- Develop and own the overarching SEO strategy, ensuring you secure buy-in from executive leadership while collaborating with product, engineering, and marketing teams to enhance the user experience.
- Manage our SEO team from both a technical and content delivery perspective, focusing on driving growth metrics for clients who begin their journey on Upwork.
- Monitor the evolving search landscape and competitor activity to inform our roadmap, while also partnering with the SEM team to create a cohesive keyword strategy.
What makes you a great fit?
To be successful in this role, you should have a deep background in search engine optimization and a passion for strategic growth. We are looking for someone who meets the following criteria:
- At least 8 years of experience in SEO, ideally with large-scale consumer or marketplace websites.
- Proven ability to organize cross-functional stakeholders around clear objectives and key results.
- Expertise in using Google Search Console and professional SEO tools such as SEMrush, Ahrefs, or Screaming Frog.
- A strong track record of using data-driven insights to improve search visibility and user experience.
- Fluency in English.
What's in it for you?
We offer a competitive annual base salary ranging from $136,000 to $184,000 USD. Beyond the compensation, we provide a supportive environment designed to help you thrive, including:
- The flexibility of remote work.
- Comprehensive medical insurance for you and your family.
- A 401k retirement plan.
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