SEO Associate - Tools

solarwinds Open · verified Aug 22, 2026

Austin Junior SEO

Entry-level SEO role at solarwinds. Austin · no salary stated · we estimate $45,000–$80,000.

Estimated pay

solarwinds has not published a salary for this role. The figure below is our estimate, not theirs.

$45,000 – $80,000

What the middle half of entry-level seo roles in Austin paid, among postings that did state a salary.

Worked out from 7 postings that stated pay, median $65,000. Last updated Mar 10, 2026.

Role brief

Growth Roles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Lead organic search across Tools products and regions, tying SEO to paid search and funnel content
Build keyword plans, content briefs, technical audits, and metadata for SolarWinds websites
Shape content for Google AI Overviews, featured snippets, and AI citations with web and content teams
Use GA4, GSC, Ahrefs, and enterprise SEO tools to report KPIs and find opportunities
Manage agencies, contractors, vendors, scopes, budgets, and delivery against KPIs

What you bring

Bring at least four years of SEO experience in B2B SaaS or enterprise technology
Show strength in technical SEO, content optimization, analytics, communication, presenting, collaboration, and project management
Work hands-on with Ahrefs, GA4, Google Search Console, and keyword research tools
Understand structured data, AI search, semantic content, and demand-generation performance measures
Know modern MarTech such as 6sense, Mutiny, and Qualified

Who this fits

You’ll suit a cross-functional role that connects SEO with paid search, ABX, MarTech, content, product marketing, web, regional, and sales teams. The role is listed in Austin, United States, with employment type marked as OTHER. It also involves presenting results to Tools business leadership and managing external agencies, contractors, and vendors.

From the employer

At SolarWinds, we’re a people-first company. Our purpose is to enrich the lives of the people we serve—including our employees, customers, shareholders, partners, and communities. Join us in our mission to help customers accelerate business transformation with simple, powerful, and secure solutions.

The ideal candidate thrives in an innovative, fast-paced environment and is collaborative, accountable, ready, and empathetic. We’re looking for individuals who believe they can accomplish more as a team and create lasting growth for themselves and others. We hire based on attitude, competency, and commitment. Solarians are ready to advance our world-class solutions in a fast-paced environment and accept the challenge to lead with purpose. If you’re looking to build your career with an exceptional team, you’ve come to the right place. Join SolarWinds and grow with us!

Position Summary

We’re seeking a results-driven SEO Manager to own and advance SolarWinds’ organic search strategy within the Demand Generation organization. This team member will build and scale a modern SEO practice in lockstep with paid media, content, product marketing, and web teams – accelerating pipeline, improving AI visibility, and driving long-term search equity across our Tools pillar.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Execution

Lead and execute a Total Search SEO strategy across Tools product lines and regions, integrating with paid search insights and funnel-aligned content.
Operationalize against Marketing Performance Indicators (MPIs), prioritizing traffic quality, pipeline influence, and assisted conversions over vanity metrics.
Own keyword architecture, content briefs, technical SEO audits, and metadata management across the SolarWinds web ecosystem.

AI-Aware Content Optimization

Adapt SEO for Google AI Overviews: engineer structured content optimized for featured snippets and AI citations.
Collaborate with web and content teams to ensure FAQ, documentation, and glossary content earns visibility across both traditional and generative SERPs.

Cross-Functional Leadership

Partner with paid search, ABX, and MarTech teams to align organic strategy with SEM campaigns, intent signals (6sense), and lead scoring models.
Champion SEO enablement and evangelize best practices across PMM, regional, and sales teams.

Analytics & Insights

Use GA4, GSC, Ahrefs, and enterprise SEO platforms (e.g., Conductor, SEMrush, BrightEdge) to track performance, analyze competitors, and surface actionable insights.
Deliver monthly KPI reports and quarterly business reviews showcasing pipeline growth, attribution impact, and competitive SERP positioning.

Vendor & Contractor Management

Experience managing external SEO agencies, freelance contractors, and specialized vendors, ensuring deliverables align with strategy and budget.
Evaluate vendor performance against KPIs, negotiate scopes of work, and recommend when to build capability in-house versus outsource.

Qualifications

4–5+ years of SEO experience in B2B SaaS or enterprise technology
Deep expertise in technical SEO, content optimization, and analytics
Excellent communication and presenting ability to Tools BU Leadership and key statkeholders, collaboration, and project management skills
Hands-on experience with Ahrefs, GA4, Google Search Console, and keyword research tools
Familiarity with modern MarTech including 6sense, Mutiny, and Qualified
Proven success aligning SEO with performance marketing and demand gen KPIs
Understanding of structured data, AI search (SGE/Overviews), and content engineering for semantic search

Preferred Qualifications

Experience optimizing for AI Overviews and structured content visibility
Working knowledge of MAPs (Marketo, HubSpot), SFDC, and lead scoring models

SolarWinds is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. SolarWinds will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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