Sr SEO Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Is This You?

You're a search-savvy strategist who brings something extra to the table: you can write. Not just content briefs and optimization notes, but the actual copy — web pages, long-form articles, editorial content — written with the precision of someone who understands search intent and the instincts of someone who understands an audience.

You're fluent across the full spectrum of SEO: on-page, off-page, local, and technical. But where you stand out is your ability to take a keyword strategy and turn it into content that earns both rankings and readers.

You've worked in an agency environment and know what it means to manage multiple clients, navigate competing priorities, and deliver quality work on a deadline. But beyond the execution, you think critically about the work itself. You're always asking what could be sharper, what's been done before that you can do better, and what the next evolution of this account, this deliverable, or this discipline looks like. You don't just want to do good work — you want every piece of work to be better than the last.

You're ready to own SEO programs end-to-end for dedicated accounts, contribute to the growth of the people around you, and push the department forward. You're curious, collaborative, and relentless about improvement.

What You'll Do

• Own SEO strategy and activation end to end for dedicated client accounts, serving as the day-to-day lead across on-page, off-page, local, and technical disciplines

• Write and optimize web content and long-form articles (blogs, guides, resource pages) that align with keyword strategy, brand voice, and search intent — and consistently look for ways to raise the bar on quality and performance

• Develop content strategies from initial research through final copy — not just the plan, but the execution

• Conduct content audits to identify what to update, expand, consolidate, or replace, and prioritize based on performance and opportunity

• Analyze data, identify trends, and translate insights into clear recommendations clients can act on — going beyond reporting to push strategic thinking forward

• Bring new ideas, approaches, and perspectives to the table: challenge assumptions, test hypotheses, and advocate for continuous improvement

• Manage channel-specific projects, reporting, and KPI tracking with strong attention to detail across multiple concurrent accounts

• Contribute to the growth of the team — sharing knowledge, elevating standards, and helping shape how we do SEO and content at RDI

• Build clear presentations, support case studies and thought leadership, and QA deliverables before they go out the door

• Collaborate cross-functionally to support integrated strategies across teams

What You Need

• 3+ years of hands-on SEO experience across on-page, technical, local, and off-page disciplines

• Agency experience strongly preferred — you understand the pace, the client relationships, and what it takes to manage multiple accounts simultaneously

• Strong writing skills with demonstrated experience producing web content and long-form articles — portfolio or work samples required

• Ability to take keyword research and translate it into content briefs, editorial direction, or finished copy

• A track record of not just executing, but improving — you can point to work you've evolved, processes you've questioned, or results you've pushed past what was expected

• Experience owning client-facing deliverables and communicating strategy and performance to non-technical stakeholders

• Proficiency in Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, or similar tools

• Genuine curiosity about where search is going — AI, evolving algorithms, new content formats — and a drive to stay ahead of it

• A growth mindset that extends beyond your own development: you want the accounts, the team, and the discipline to be better because you're in the room

This position is located in San Diego, CA, with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

Remote candidates in approved U.S. locations will be considered if they are a good fit, but must be comfortable working during Pacific Standard Time (PST) hours.

This Is Us:

We're Red Door Interactive – an integrated marketing agency headquartered in San Diego, CA. With over 20 years of experience, we bring together proven strategy and creative agility to solve complex marketing challenges. Our programs are holistic by design. From brand strategy and paid media to SEO, analytics, and creative execution, everything we do is built to connect and perform. We've partnered with some of the world's most respected brands, including Titleist, Gatorade, Bosch, Stone Brewing, CHOC, WD-40, Shea Homes, Intuit, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and many more. Nationally recognized as one of the "Best Places to Work," we foster a culture built on collaboration, creativity, and continuous growth. At Red Door, we believe the best work—and the best workplaces—are built together.

What's In It For You?  

Working with us, you get a culture of learning and collaboration with professional growth and advancement opportunities.  You will work as part of an engaged, respectful, knowledgeable team that values collaboration and learning.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package:

• Medical Insurance with multiple medical plan options
• Employer contributions to Employee Health Savings Account
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Three Weeks of Paid Time Off that increases with tenure in addition to Ten Paid Company Holidays
• 401k Plan with competitive company match
• Custom Semi-Annual Incentive Plans
• Discounted Supplemental Insurance (accident, cancer, short term disability)
• Discounted Pet Insurance

And, these perks:

• HQ Office with on-campus perks such as, EV charging, outdoor patios, and collaboration spaces
• Flexible work options with a secure technology infrastructure
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and budget for conferences and training
• Mental health support with free access to meditation tools
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Wellness Program that provides free access to fitness classes, gym studios, and more
• Morale & Wellness committee-sponsored team building and social events, in-person and remote
• Surprise & Delight gift perks
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with resources for personal counseling and financial advice
• Client Discounts
• Transparent compensation philosophy and practices
• Opportunities for shadowing, learning, and growth!

This range may differ based on your geographic location, cost of living considerations, and individual experience and skill set.

Hiring Range

$70,000—$85,000 USD

Red Door's Commitment to Coming Together at Work

When work resonates with people in a wide range of industries, geographies, and cultures, we all win. To create impactful work together, we nurture an inclusive environment that invites diverse voices and empowers our people to contribute their whole selves to our craft.

Red Door Interactive is an Equal Opportunity Employer Celebrating the Diversity of our Employees, our Clients, and the Work We Do.