About this opportunity
Thomas Talent Network, LLC lists this Remote Enterprise SEO & AEO Strategist opportunity in san francisco, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Our client, a hyper-growth AI marketing software startup, is hiring a Strategic Engagement Manager to join a newly created internal services function focused on enterprise SEO and AEO strategy. This role sits at the intersection of strategy, client engagement, and operational execution, functioning like an embedded SEO/AEO consultancy within the company.
The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on enterprise SEO expertise, strong client-facing communication skills, and the ability to thrive in fast-paced startup environments. This person will partner directly with enterprise customers to build and execute search strategies while also supporting pre-sales initiatives alongside Account Executives.
Success in this role means driving measurable strategic outcomes for enterprise clients, managing multiple engagements simultaneously, influencing executive stakeholders, and helping shape the systems and processes that will scale this new function long term.
This is a highly visible founding-team opportunity with direct impact on customer growth, sales enablement, and operational scalability.
Core Skills & Keywords
Enterprise SEO
AEO (Answer Engine Optimization)
AI Search / Generative AI for search
Technical SEO audits
Keyword research & intent mapping
Content strategy & content optimization
Search opportunity analysis & performance optimization
SEO tooling & analytics (modern SEO/AEO/AI search tools)
Enterprise client engagement & stakeholder management
Pre-sales enablement & strategic audits for prospects
Operational process design & scalable service delivery
Responsibilities
Build and execute enterprise SEO and AEO strategies for high-value customers
Conduct technical SEO audits, keyword research, content evaluations, and search opportunity analysis
Develop strategic roadmaps and actionable recommendations based on customer business goals
Partner with Account Executives during pre-sales engagements by auditing prospect domains and providing strategic insights
Serve as a subject matter expert during client and prospect-facing calls
Manage multiple enterprise customer engagements simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables and timelines
Lead stakeholder meetings and present findings to senior marketing leaders and executive-level audiences
Create scalable workflows, processes, and operational best practices as the services organization grows
Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Marketing, and Customer Success teams
Stay current on evolving SEO, AEO, AI search, and digital marketing trends
Identify opportunities to improve customer performance, engagement, and long-term strategic outcomes
Contribute to the growth and structure of a brand-new services function within the company
Required
5–12 years of enterprise SEO strategy experience
Deep hands-on SEO expertise with the ability to independently run audits, build roadmaps, and develop keyword strategies
Experience owning enterprise client deliverables end-to-end
Strong experience presenting to executive stakeholders and enterprise marketing teams
Proven ability to manage multiple client engagements simultaneously
Startup mentality with the ability to operate independently in fast-moving environments
Active hands-on experience with modern SEO, AEO, and AI search tools
Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills
Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Sales and client-facing teams
US-based — Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Preference for candidates located in NYC or SF, though remote candidates are welcome. Must be open to approximately 15% travel, with increased travel expected during the first 90 days.
Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong enterprise stakeholder management abilities
High level of strategic thinking and operational execution
Ability to thrive in ambiguity and high-growth startup environments
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience managing complex client relationships
Deep understanding of enterprise SEO strategy and AI search trends
Ability to present recommendations clearly and confidently to leadership teams
Strong project management and organizational skills
Bachelor’s degree preferred but not required based on experience
Benefits & Compensation
Salary: $160,000 – $265,000 USD base salary
Equity compensation included
Remote flexibility within the United States
High-visibility founding-team opportunity
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Worksite address
san francisco, CA, 94199, US
Who can apply
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