Job Information

Date Opened

05/18/2026

Job Type

Full time

Work Experience

5+ years

Industry

Technology

City

Hyderabad

State/Province

Telangana

Country

India

Zip/Postal Code

500032

Job Description

Role Overview

Kanerika is looking for a Senior SEO Strategist who doesn’t just “optimize pages,” but builds scalable, AI-driven growth systems. This role sits at the intersection of SEO, automation, and revenue strategy—where experimentation meets execution.

You will be responsible for driving organic growth that contributes directly to a $35M pipeline target for 2026, while positioning Kanerika as a globally recognized data & AI brand across the U.S. and Europe.

This is a player-coach role—you’ll execute hands-on while mentoring junior talent and building repeatable systems that scale.

Why Kanerika

At Kanerika, we operate like a lab more than a factory. Ideas get tested. Systems get rebuilt. What worked yesterday is challenged today.

You’ll work on:

- Cutting-edge AI + SEO convergence (programmatic, Agentic workflows)
- High-impact global campaigns across North America and Europe
- A culture that values ownership, speed, and intellectual curiosity

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

1. SEO Strategy & Revenue Alignment

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Build and execute a global SEO strategy aligned to a $35M revenue pipeline target (2026)
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Identify high-intent keyword clusters across services, solutions, and migration-led growth pages
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Own organic contribution to pipeline, not just traffic metrics

2. Core SEO Execution (Foundational Excellence)

This is where consistency beats cleverness.

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Conduct comprehensive keyword research (short-tail, long-tail, intent-driven clustering)
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Perform on-page optimization:
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Meta titles, descriptions, headers
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Keyword placement and semantic optimization
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Content structure and readability
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Manage technical SEO hygiene:
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Crawl ability, indexing, XML sitemaps, robots.txt
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Core Web Vitals and page speed optimization
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Fixing broken links, redirects, canonical issues
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Execute internal linking strategies to improve authority flow and discover-ability
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Perform regular SEO audits and implement fixes proactively
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Monitor rankings, traffic, and engagement metrics using SEO tools

3. AI-Driven & Programmatic SEO

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Design and deploy programmatic SEO frameworks using AI workflows
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Implement SEO GEO scripting using Claude Code or equivalent tools to scale content and optimization
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Build systems for high-volume page generation with quality control

4. Automation & Cloud-Driven SEO Operations

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Leverage cloud automation to streamline SEO workflows (audits, reporting, publishing)
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Build repeatable pipelines for:
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Content production
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Internal linking
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Technical SEO checks
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Focus on efficiency and scale over manual execution

5. Content Strategy & Optimization

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Partner with content teams to develop SEO-driven content calendars
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Optimize existing content for:
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Improved rankings
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Higher engagement and conversions
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Ensure alignment with search intent across the funnel (TOFU, MOFU, BOFU)
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Drive content refresh and pruning strategies

6. Experimentation at Scale

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Run small-scale SEO experiments rapidly, then scale winning strategies
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Test:
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Content formats
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SERP features
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AI-generated vs human-assisted content
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Establish a continuous optimization loop

7. Authority Building & Link Growth Engine

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Own and scale:
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Link insertions
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Guest posting programs
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Link exchanges and partnerships
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Conduct backlink audits and disavow toxic links where necessary
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Manage and grow inbound requests for collaborations and paid placements
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Build a sustainable backlink acquisition engine that compounds over time

8. Global Brand Expansion

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Strengthen Kanerika’s search visibility in the U.S. and Europe
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Localize and optimize content for regional search behavior and intent
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Position Kanerika as a thought leader in data, AI, and analytics

9. Analytics, Reporting & Insights

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Track and report on:
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Organic traffic
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Keyword rankings
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Conversion rates and pipeline contribution
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Use tools like:
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Google Analytics
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Google Search Console
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SEO platforms (Ahrefs, SEMrush, etc.)
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Translate data into actionable insights and strategy adjustments

10. Team Leadership & Mentorship

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Mentor and coach junior SEO resources
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Establish SOPs and quality benchmarks
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Operate as a hands-on leader (player-coach mindset)

11. Thought Leadership & Continuous Learning

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Stay ahead by actively following SEO and AI thought leaders
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Bring in new ideas from:
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AI search evolution
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Algorithm shifts
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Emerging tooling ecosystems

Qualifications

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5–8+ years in SEO, preferably in B2B, SaaS, or consulting environments
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Proven experience in driving measurable pipeline or revenue via SEO
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Strong hands-on experience across:
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Technical SEO
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On-page & off-page SEO
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Content strategy
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Experience with AI-assisted SEO workflows and automation tools
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Familiarity with programmatic SEO and large-scale content systems
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Experience with cloud platforms or automation frameworks is a plus

What We’re Looking For

Someone who respects the basics—but doesn’t stop there.

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Meticulous with fundamentals, but always thinking ahead
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Experimental and data-driven
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Industrious and execution-focused
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Able to balance precision with speed
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Comfortable operating in a world where SEO is rapidly evolving with AI

Success Metrics

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Contribution to $35M marketing pipeline (2026)
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Growth in organic traffic and qualified leads
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Improvement in keyword rankings and SERP visibility
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Increase in domain authority and backlink quality

Scalable SEO systems and automation frameworks deployed

Benefits

Benefits

1. Culture:

a. Open Door Policy: Encourages open communication and accessibility to management

. b. Open Office Floor Plan: Fosters a collaborative and interactive work environment.

c. Flexible Working Hours: Allows employees to have flexibility in their work schedules.

d. Employee Referral Bonus: Rewards employees for referring qualified candidates.

e. Appraisal Process Twice a Year: Provides regular performance evaluations and feedback.

2. Inclusivity and Diversity: a. Hiring practices that promote diversity: Ensures a diverse and inclusive workforce.

b. Mandatory POSH training: Promotes a protected and respectful work environment.

3. Health Insurance and Wellness Benefits:

a. GMC and Term Insurance: Offers medical coverage and financial protection.

b. Health Insurance: Provides coverage for medical expenses.

c. Disability Insurance: Offers financial support in case of disability.

4. Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits:

a. Company-sponsored family events: Creates opportunities for employees and their families to bond.

b. Generous Parental Leave: Allows parents to take time off after the birth or adoption of a child.

c. Family Medical Leave: Offers leave for employees to take care of family members' medical needs.

5. Perks and Time-Off Benefits:

a. Company-sponsored outings: Organizes recreational activities for employees.

b. Gratuity: Provides a monetary benefit as a token of appreciation.

c. Provident Fund: Helps employees save for retirement.

d. Generous PTO: Offers more than the industry standard for paid time off.

e. Paid sick days: Allows employees to take paid time off when they are unwell.

f. Paid holidays: Gives employees paid time off for designated holidays.

g. Bereavement Leave: Provides time off for employees to grieve the loss of a loved one.

6. Professional Development Advantages:

a. L&D; with FLEX- Enterprise Learning Repository: Provides access to a learning repository for professional development.

b. Mentorship Program: Offers guidance and support from experienced professionals.

c. Job Training: Provides training to enhance job-related skills.

d. Skilled Certification Reimbursements: Assists employees in obtaining professional certifications.

e. Promote from Within: Encourages internal growth and advancement opportunities.

📌 Senior SEO Strategist (AI-Native Growth) (India)
🏢 kanerika software
📍 India