Search Engine Optimization Manager

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

• Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the decided-upon budget, timeline, and scope. They will also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members.

Job Title: Senior Manager - Discoverability (SEO & AEO)

Permanent, W2 Opportunity

Location: Hybrid Role, 2-3x a week in Denver, CO

Salary: 128K-171K

About the Role

Our engineering software client is seeking a Senior Manager of Discoverability to lead global organic growth initiatives across traditional search engines and emerging AI-driven search experiences. This strategic leader will own SEO, Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), and AI Optimization (AIO) efforts, ensuring content and digital experiences remain highly visible and authoritative.

The role requires a combination of technical SEO expertise, executive communication skills, and an understanding of how AI platforms discover and cite information. Success will be measured through organic traffic growth, search visibility, pipeline contribution, and overall digital discoverability.

Key Requirements

• 8+ years of digital marketing experience with 5+ years focused on enterprise SEO
• Proven success driving organic growth within a B2B technology or software organization
• Deep knowledge of technical SEO, schema markup, and site architecture
• Expertise with enterprise SEO platforms such as Semrush, Ahrefs, BrightEdge, or similar
• Strong understanding of AI-driven search, LLMs, and evolving search behaviors
• Advanced experience with Google Search Console, Google Analytics 4, and reporting tools

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Experience building AEO or AI optimization programs
• Knowledge of entity-based SEO strategies
• Power BI or Looker Studio expertise
• Experience presenting search strategy to executive leadership