Technical SEO Contractor

Velir

. Lead and support technical SEO audits across client websites .

Posted 9/23/2026contractRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in technical SEO, including crawlability, indexation, and structured data implementation. Proficient in using SEO tools to analyze performance metrics and provide actionable recommendations for website optimization.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Technical SEO AuditsCrawlability And IndexationStructured Data/Schema ImplementationScreaming FrogGoogle Search Console

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Hard Skills

Technical SEOCrawlabilityIndexationCanonicalizationRedirectsXML SitemapsCore Web VitalsJavaScript SEOSite ArchitectureOn-Page Optimization

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal CommunicationAbility To Document Findings

Tools & Technologies

Screaming FrogGoogle Search ConsoleAhrefsSemrushGA4

Industry Keywords

Technical SEO RisksWebsite MigrationsSEO ReportingInformation ArchitectureInternal Linking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 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
Conduct targeted on-page optimization, including metadata, headings, internal linking, and content structure
Perform keyword and search intent research
Identify opportunities to improve information architecture and internal linking
Support content teams with SEO recommendations
Use Google Search Console and GA4 to investigate organic search performance
Analyze rankings, impressions, clicks, traffic, and landing-page performance
Connect technical SEO findings to measurable organic search outcomes
Support SEO reporting, analysis, and prioritization
Build and configure custom crawls, extractions, segments, and technical QA workflows
Document repeatable processes and contribute to scalable SEO delivery practices
Collaborate with SEO, Behavioral Analytics, CRO, Content, Strategy, UX, and Development teams
Translate technical SEO findings for 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

4+ years of hands-on SEO experience, with meaningful experience in technical SEO
Strong working knowledge of crawlability and indexation
Strong working knowledge of canonicalization and redirects
Strong working knowledge of XML sitemaps and robots.txt
Strong working knowledge of site architecture and internal linking
Strong working knowledge of Core Web Vitals and site performance
Strong working knowledge of structured data/schema
Strong working knowledge of JavaScript SEO and rendering considerations
Strong working knowledge of 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
Frequent sitting at a desk performing work on a computer
Velir does not sponsor candidates and cannot accept those on OPT or CPT

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive pay
Excellent benefits
Flexible contract role
Up to 20 hours of support per week
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions