Technical SEO Contractor

Velir is an established mid-sized agency with a top-tier portfolio of clients, ranging from the world’s largest non-profits to Fortune 500 brands. As of 2023, Velir acquired Brooklyn Data Company, a premier data and analytics consultancy focused on leadership, process improvement, implementation, and advanced analytics. At Velir, we believe people are our greatest asset. Our culture is built on a foundation of trust, collaboration, and continued improvement. We strive for excellence in everything we do, embracing challenges as opportunities for growth. Our success is driven by a shared passion for making a positive impact on our customers, our communities and each other. We are a remote first company that offers competitive pay and excellent benefits. Overview Velir x Brooklyn Data is seeking an experienced SEO Contractor to provide up to 20 hours of support per week across a portfolio of client engagements. This role will have a strong emphasis on technical SEO , including site audits, crawlability and indexation analysis, technical issue identification, implementation guidance, and validation. The ideal contractor can work independently, quickly assess complex websites, clearly document technical findings, and collaborate with SEO, analytics, content, and development teams to turn recommendations into measurable improvements. This is a flexible contract role intended to supplement Velir's existing SEO capabilities and provide additional technical depth and execution support as client needs arise. Responsibilities Technical SEO Lead and support technical SEO audits across client websites Analyze crawlability, indexation, canonicalization, redirects, robots directives, XML sitemaps, pagination, duplicate content, and site architecture Identify technical issues using tools such as Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, Ahrefs, and Semrush Assess Core Web Vitals, page performance, rendering, JavaScript SEO, and mobile search considerations Review structured data and provide schema implementation recommendations Identify technical SEO risks associated with website redesigns, migrations, platform changes, and releases Develop clear, prioritized recommendations based on SEO impact and implementation effort Partner with developers and technical teams to troubleshoot issues and provide implementation guidance Validate fixes following development releases and monitor for regressions Support ongoing technical SEO monitoring and governance On-Page & SEO Support Conduct targeted on-page optimization when needed, including metadata, headings, internal linking, and content structure Perform keyword and search intent research to support technical and content recommendations Identify opportunities to improve information architecture and internal linking Support content teams with SEO recommendations when technical and on-page considerations overlap Analytics & Performance Measurement Use Google Search Console and analytics platforms such as GA4 to investigate organic search performance Analyze changes in rankings, impressions, clicks, traffic, and landing-page performance Connect technical SEO findings to measurable organic search outcomes Support SEO reporting, analysis, and prioritization Tools & Platforms Regularly work within tools such as: Screaming Frog Google Search Console Ahrefs Semrush GA4 Google Tag Manager PageSpeed Insights / Lighthouse Build and configure custom crawls, extractions, segments, and technical QA workflows when needed Document repeatable processes and contribute to scalable SEO delivery practices Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with Velir's SEO, Behavioral Analytics, CRO, Content, Strategy, UX, and Development teams Translate technical SEO findings into clear recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders Participate in client meetings when technical SEO expertise is needed Support integrated initiatives involving SEO, AEO/GEO, analytics, experimentation, content, and digital experience optimization Qualifications 4+ years of hands-on SEO experience , with meaningful experience in technical SEO Strong working knowledge of: Crawlability and indexation Canonicalization and redirects XML sitemaps and robots.txt Site architecture and internal linking Core Web Vitals and site performance Structured data/schema JavaScript SEO and rendering considerations Website migrations and redesigns Advanced experience with Screaming Frog Strong experience with Google Search Console Experience with SEO platforms such as Ahrefs and/or Semrush Working knowledge of GA4 and web analytics Ability to independently investigate technical issues and determine likely root causes Ability to clearly document findings, recommendations, priorities, and implementation requirements Comfortable working across multiple clients and shifting priorities Strong written and verbal communication skills Nice to Have Agency or consulting experience Experience with enterprise or complex multi-domain websites Experience supporting website migrations and major platform releases Familiarity with CMS platforms such as Optimizely CMS, Sitecore, Drupal, and WordPress Familiarity with headless architectures, SPAs, and JavaScript frameworks Experience with log-file analysis Experience using BigQuery or other data tools for SEO analysis Understanding of accessibility and its relationship to technical site quality Exposure to CRO, experimentation, or behavioral analytics Experience with AEO, GEO, AI search visibility, and emerging search behavior Physical Requirements Frequent sitting at a desk performing work on a computer Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Compensation Range: $75/hour Core Company Values Take the Long View - Ensure the company is built to last Be Courageous - Make the right decisions even when they aren't the easiest decisions Be Genuine - Bring honesty and authenticity to all that you do Work with Focus + Passion - Display purpose and pride in your work and never stop learning As an equal opportunity employer, we are firmly committing to diversity, equity, and inclusion in our hiring efforts. We recognize that we need team members from all backgrounds and experiences to successfully shape a positive employee experience as well as deliver our product and service solutions. To that end, we actively seek candidates who can bring diverse experiences and backgrounds to our team. We know that complex factors and systemic bias can get in the way of us meeting strong candidates, so please don't hesitate to apply even if you're not 100% sure. At this time, Velir does not sponsor candidates and unfortunately cannot accept those on OPT or CPT.