Project & Systems Development Lead

Location: Onsite – Long Island Great River, NY 11739

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Company

We are a fast-growing, performance-driven SEO company helping businesses increase their online visibility and revenue through proven digital strategies. As we expand, we're seeking a Project & Systems Development Lead to join us onsite and play a key role in shaping the systems, tools, and processes that support our growth.

Role Summary

As the Project & Systems Development Lead, you'll be responsible for planning and executing strategic initiatives, developing internal tools and systems, and driving efficiency across departments. This role blends technical system development with hands-on leadership, collaborating closely with SEO strategists, developers, content teams, and company leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership

Lead and manage internal projects from concept to execution (e.g., service launches, process automation, system rollouts).

Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget through effective cross-department coordination.

Conduct regular check-ins, status reporting, and progress updates to maintain alignment and accountability.

Systems & Tool Development

Analyze operational needs and develop internal tools or workflows to improve productivity and scalability (e.g., reporting dashboards, campaign tracking).

Implement or customize third-party platforms (e.g., project management tools, CRM systems) to meet team requirements.

Collaborate with in-house developers to scope and deliver software solutions that support SEO operations.

Process & Workflow Optimization

Map and refine workflows across SEO, content, and development teams.

Develop SOPs and automation frameworks to reduce manual workload and minimize human error.

Monitor system usage and effectiveness, iterating continuously for improvement.

Team Enablement

Train staff on new tools and systems, ensuring smooth adoption across all teams.

Serve as the go-to resource for operational troubleshooting and system support.

Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, and tech-enabled growth.

Required Skills & Experience

5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or systems development—ideally in SEO, digital marketing, or tech environments.

Solid understanding of SEO fundamentals and marketing workflows.

Hands-on experience with platforms such as Notion, Trello, Asana, Airtable, HubSpot, or similar.

Familiarity with internal tool development, automation platforms (e.g., Zapier, Make), and basic scripting or web system design.

Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and time management in fast-paced environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Background in software development, no-code platforms, or business operations.

Experience managing cross-functional teams in an agency or startup setting.

Data-savvy with the ability to turn insights into operational improvements.

What You’ll Get

Competitive salary with opportunities for growth

Collaborative, hands-on work environment

Exposure to a wide variety of business systems and marketing technologies

Opportunities to make a direct impact on company success

Access to ongoing training and professional development