AI Search Specialist
@ Manychat

Austin, TX
$120,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 21 hours ago

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Who We Are

We help creators and businesses automate conversations on Instagram, Messenger, WhatsApp, Telegram, and TikTok. The result? Better engagement, more sales, and real, sustainable growth. With a diverse team spread across three continents, we’re building the leading Chat Marketing platform—used and loved by more than 1.5 million customers worldwide.

Who We're Looking For

As AI reshapes how people search and discover information, Manychat is stepping into the future of SEO. The AI Search Specialist will lead our visibility strategy across AI-powered platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Google SGE, Gemini, Claude, and more, working directly with our Global Head of SEO and collaborating with technical and content teams.

What You'll Do

  • Own our visibility strategy across AI-powered search engines.
  • Write detailed SEO- and AI-optimized content briefs.
  • Analyze Manychat's appearance in AI-generated answers.
  • Collaborate with Technical SEO for schema and content structure.
  • Partner with content teams to align blog posts with AI-friendly strategies.
  • Monitor competitors and reverse-engineer their AI positioning.
  • Contribute to internal best practices in an AI-first SEO world.
  • Stay current on AI tools and their impact on discovery.

TO SHINE IN THIS ROLE

You’ll Need:

  • 3–6 years of SEO or content strategy experience.
  • Strong ability to write SEO content briefs.
  • Curiosity for AI search engine retrieval techniques.
  • Familiarity with ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini, Google SGE.
  • Working knowledge of SEMrush, Clearscope, MarketMuse, Surfer SEO, Ahrefs, and Google Search Console.
  • Deep understanding of content structure and keyword intent.
  • Collaborative skills with writers, editors, and technical stakeholders.

It Would Be Great If You Have

  • Experience with schema or structured data ranking for featured snippets.
  • Experience in SaaS or large-scale editorial SEO.

WHY YOU’LL LIKE IT HERE

From day one, you'll join a team that values clarity and collaboration. You will shape Manychat's presence in AI search, work directly with senior SEO leaders, and help set standards in a largely untapped field.

What We Offer

  • Annual professional development reimbursement.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Hybrid work options and generous leave policies.
  • In-office perks like free meals and snacks.
  • Company-funded sports, team-building events, and offsites.

Key skills/competency

  • SEO
  • AI Search
  • Content Strategy
  • Content Briefing
  • Schema
  • Technical SEO
  • LLM
  • Editorial
  • Data Analysis
  • Competitive Analysis

How to Get Hired at Manychat

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research Manychat's culture: Study their mission, values, and recent updates online.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight SEO and AI search expertise.
  • Prepare SEO work samples: Demonstrate content strategy and optimization skills.
  • Practice interview insights: Focus on technical and collaborative questions.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review AI search engine mechanics.
Practice writing SEO content briefs.
Familiarize with structured data standards.
Analyze competitor SEO performances.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a teamwork challenge solved collaboratively.
Illustrate managing competing project deadlines.
Discuss adaptability amid tech changes.
Explain maintaining quality under pressure.

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