Founding SEO/SEM Specialist

About Zilliz

Zilliz is a fast-growing startup developing the industry’s leading vector database company for enterprise-grade AI. Founded by the engineers behind Milvus, the world’s most popular open-source vector database, the company builds next-generation database technologies to help organizations quickly create AI applications. On a mission to democratize AI, Zilliz is committed to simplifying data management for AI applications and making vector databases accessible to every organization.

Zilliz is looking for our founding SEO/SEM Specialist.  We are looking for an SEO/SEM champion to ensure impact towards our website and marketing. You will be responsible for growing new user acquisition by driving relevant organic search traffic.   What you will do:

• Develop a holistic SEO/SEM strategy that grows organic search traffic and conversions, and aligns with larger company goals and priorities; execute against that roadmap; and track performance.
• Conceptualize and lead projects to drive SEO growth.
• Grow and refine Zilliz topical keyword strategy.
• Develop and own processes to ensure ongoing SEO site health and maintenance.
• Contribute SEO expertise to the overall website strategy and collaborate with teammates to build new web pages and page types that drive relevant traffic by meeting search intent.
• Collaborate with the Engineering team to implement SEO-friendly technical changes (e.g., optimize for Web Vitals, add appropriate schema).
• Collaborate with the Content Strategy team to develop and optimize content for search.
• Stay up-to-date on industry trends and communicate important information or changes to key stakeholders.
• Perform audits, research, and competitive analysis as necessary.
• Manage external SEO agencies.

What we are looking for:

• 5+ years experience working in SEO/SEM
• Has a well-rounded background in SEO, including on-page, off-site, and technical SEO.
• Utilizes data (both quantitative and qualitative) to understand patterns, make decisions, and identify opportunities.
• Has worked on mature websites with large amounts of traffic, and has scaled content.
• Is creative and resourceful, with a track record of innovating and trying out-of-the-box methods to achieve a goal, even with limited resources.
• Thinks strategically and understands how SEO impacts overall website, marketing, and business strategies.
• Can work both autonomously and collaboratively, depending on the project.
• Builds strong, positive working relationships across departments and functions, with an ability to create buy-in and have conversations on technical aspects with an engineer, business outcomes with a product marketer, and editorial SEO requirements with the Content Strategy team.
  
  

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation (cash + equity)
• Regular bonus and equity refresh opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and global wellbeing days
• Generous 401(k) and regional retirement plans
• Hybrid and remote work opportunities available

Zilliz is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed.

Zilliz is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome people from all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, physical disability, or length of time spent unemployed.