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AI/ML + Backend Developer (SEO Automation and Technical Implementation) India 3 years Not disclosed Remote Full Time

Job Title: AI/ML + Backend Developer (SEO Automation & Technical Implementation) Location: Remote (APAC preferred) | Full-Time or Contract 🔹About the Role We’re looking for a 3-7 years experienced technical powerhouse who blends backend engineering, AI/ML experience, and hands-on SEO implementation skills. This hybrid role will support our mission to scale intelligent SEO operations and automate key parts of our publishing workflows. You’ll build custom tools and systems that integrate machine learning, backend development, and SEO performance logic — from programmatic content generation and internal linking engines to technical audits, schema injection, and Google Search Console automations. 🔹What You'll Be Doing 🔧 Backend & Automation Development Build internal tools and APIs using Python or Node.js Automate content workflows (meta/gen content, redirects, schema, etc.) Integrate third-party APIs (GSC, Ahrefs, OpenAI, Gemini, Google Sheets) 🧠 AI/ML Workflows Apply NLP models for entity recognition, summarization, topic clustering Deploy and manage ML inference pipelines Work with LLMs to scale content enhancements (FAQs, headlines, refresh logic) ⚙️ SEO Automation & Technical Implementation Run and implement technical SEO audits (crawl issues, sitemaps, indexing, Core Web Vitals) Automate internal linking, canonical tags, redirects, structured data Use tools like Screaming Frog CLI, GSC API, and Cloudflare for scalable SEO execution 📈 Performance Monitoring Set up dashboards to monitor SEO KPIs and anomaly detection Build alerting systems for performance drops, crawl issues, or deindexed content 🔹 Key Skills Required Languages & Tools: Python (FastAPI, Pandas, Scrapy, etc.) and/or Node.js Databases (PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis) Docker, GitHub Actions, Cloud (GCP/AWS preferred) GSC API, Screaming Frog CLI, Google Sheets API OpenAI/Gemini API, LangChain or similar frameworks SEO Knowledge: Strong understanding of on-page and technical SEO Experience with programmatic content, schema markup, and CWV improvements Familiar with common issues like crawl depth, duplication, orphan pages, and indexability 🔹 Nice to Have Experience with content/media/publishing websites Familiarity with CI/CD and working in async product teams Exposure to headless CMS or WordPress API integrations Past experience automating large-scale content or SEO systems 🔹 What You'll Get The chance to work on large-scale content automation and modern SEO problems High autonomy, technical ownership, and visibility in decision-making Flexible remote work and performance-based incentives Direct collaboration with SEO strategy and editorial stakeholders . Show more Show less

SEO Consultant (Remote – Full-Time) new delhi,delhi,india 3 years None Not disclosed Remote Full Time

Job Title: SEO Consultant (Remote – Full-Time) Location: Remote Company: SODP (https://stateofdigitalpublishing.com) About SODP Media SODP Media helps digital publishers, content-driven businesses, and media brands grow through advanced SEO strategy, content performance consulting, and audience development. We work with top-tier publishers across the globe, guiding them through scalable editorial SEO, monetization optimization, and sustainable traffic growth. Role Overview We’re looking for a proactive, strategic SEO Consultant to join our team. In this role, you will work directly with media clients to plan and execute SEO strategies that drive organic growth. You will be responsible for technical audits, content optimization, performance monitoring, and client communication across multiple engagements. Key Responsibilities Lead SEO strategy execution for assigned publishing and media clients Conduct technical SEO audits and provide clear prioritization and implementation guidelines. Develop and oversee content strategy plans including topic ideation, keyword clustering, and internal linking frameworks. Collaborate with editors, writers, and developers to ensure SEO best practices are implemented across content and site architecture. Monitor SEO performance using tools like GA4, GSC, Semrush, Ahrefs, Screaming Frog, and Looker Studio. Provide monthly performance reports with insights and clear recommendations. Assist in developing scalable SEO processes for ongoing client delivery and internal growth. Support business development by contributing to strategy pitches and opportunity analyses. Requirements 3+ years of hands-on SEO experience, ideally with a strong publishing or content-heavy website background .Solid understanding of Google’s algorithm updates, E-E-A-T, and how SEO applies specifically to publishers and news media .Proven experience in executing on-page, off-page, and technical SEO recommendations .Comfortable running technical audits and translating findings into actionable insights .Experience with tools such as Google Search Console, Google Analytics (GA4), Screaming Frog, SurferSEO, Ahrefs, Semrush, and Looker Studio .Strong communication skills with experience in client-facing roles .Familiarity with WordPress and programmatic content strategies a plus . Nice to Hav e Experience with Google News optimization, Discover, and Top Storie s.Knowledge of schema markup and structured data implementatio n.Experience working with international or multilingual site s.Familiarity with publishing monetization (e.g., ad tech, affiliates, sponsored content ) . What We Off er Fully remote work setup with flexible hou rs.Opportunity to work with fast-growing digital publishers and brands global ly.Regular knowledge-sharing, mentoring, and collaboration with SEO thought leade rs.Potential for long-term growth into leadership or strategic rol es.