Search Analyst Jobs

Search Analyst jobs are open across e-commerce, digital media, adtech, and enterprise software, in specializations including SEO analysis, paid search, and search quality evaluation, from junior analyst to senior and lead levels. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17
Top stateNew York
Top employerCiti
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type40% On-site
Top industryMarketing

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Office Depot OfficeMax
Senior Search eCommerce Analyst
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Office Depot OfficeMax
Added 4d ago
Senior Search eCommerce Analyst
Office Depot OfficeMax
Boca Raton, Florida
Accounting
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
Finance
$75k - $85k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Skybox Capital
Paid Search Analyst (Entry Level) - Go Tickets
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Skybox Capital
Added 1w ago
Paid Search Analyst (Entry Level) - Go Tickets
Skybox Capital
Chicago, Illinois
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
Bachelor's degree in business
11-50

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Sunbelt Rentals
Digital Search Analyst
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Sunbelt Rentals
Added 3w ago
Digital Search Analyst
Sunbelt Rentals
Fort Mill, South Carolina
Marketing
Data Science & Analytics
Growth Marketing
SEO & SEM
Data Analytics
$65k - $89k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Amica Insurance Company
SEO/Generative AI Search Analyst
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Amica Insurance Company
Added 3w ago
SEO/Generative AI Search Analyst
Amica Insurance Company
Lincoln, Rhode Island
Business Analysis
Data Analytics
Marketing
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Citi
SEM Senior Analyst, Paid Search Activation
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Citi
Added 1mo ago
SEM Senior Analyst, Paid Search Activation
Citi
New York, New York
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
$78k - $109k/yr
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Search Analyst Job Market

Who's Hiring

Citi
Citi1 open role
Graco
Graco1 open role
CarMax
CarMax1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Marketing & Advertising
  • Banking & Financial Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in search analyst jobs.

  • Proficiency in Google Search Console, Google Ads, or equivalent search platforms
  • Experience with keyword research, search query analysis, and ranking evaluation
  • Ability to interpret and act on data using SQL, Excel, or analytics tools
  • Familiarity with SEO principles, paid search mechanics, or search quality guidelines
  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, data analytics, computer science, or a related field
  • Strong written communication skills for reporting findings to cross-functional stakeholders

Tips for Your Search Analyst Job Search

Tailor your resume to query intent

Search analyst roles split between SEO-focused and paid search-focused work. Highlight keyword research, CTR analysis, or Quality Score optimization depending on the job type. A resume that blurs both without specifics reads as unfocused to hiring managers.

Show your work with data

Employers want to see outcomes, not tasks. Replace phrases like 'managed campaigns' with metrics: organic traffic lifts, impression-to-click ratios, or ranking movements by query cluster. Results tied to your analysis decisions carry far more weight than tool names alone.

Filter openings by tool stack match

Job listings often require fluency in specific platforms like Google Search Console, Google Ads, or enterprise analytics suites. Before applying, check whether your hands-on experience matches the tools named, since many teams screen on this before reviewing anything else.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists search analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare a search audit as a portfolio piece

Many search analyst interviews include a take-home audit or live analysis exercise. Practicing on a real site, such as identifying crawl issues, gap keywords, or bid inefficiencies, gives you a ready example that makes abstract skills concrete during interviews.

Negotiate using scope, not just title

When evaluating an offer, ask about the query volume you'll own, the reporting structure, and whether you'll have access to raw log data or only aggregated dashboards. These details reveal the real scope of the role and give you grounded points for negotiation.

Search Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most search analysts?

The companies hiring the most search analysts right now include Citi, Graco, and CarMax, with the largest share of openings in New York, Illinois, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Demand is especially concentrated at companies with large e-commerce operations or significant paid search budgets.

How many search analyst jobs are remote?

About 60% of search analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the data-driven and platform-based nature of the work. Roles focused on organic search analysis and search quality evaluation tend to be the most remote-friendly, while positions tied to in-house paid media teams more often require on-site or hybrid availability.

How do you become a search analyst?

Start by building hands-on experience with search platforms through personal projects, freelance work, or in-house internships where you can analyze real query data. Develop fluency in at least one analytics tool and one search platform. Study how search engines evaluate relevance and quality, then document measurable outcomes from your work to show in applications.

Can I get hired as a search analyst without much experience?

Entry-level search analyst roles do exist, particularly at agencies and e-commerce companies that train candidates on their internal platforms. Employers at this level typically look for analytical aptitude, comfort with data, and familiarity with how search engines work rather than years of experience. A self-directed audit project or a completed search-focused certification strengthens an entry-level application significantly.

What does the search analyst interview process look like?

Most search analyst interviews involve a recruiter screen, a hiring manager conversation focused on analytical thinking and past work, and a practical exercise such as a keyword gap analysis, a quality evaluation task, or a review of a sample search report. Some roles also include a panel interview with cross-functional stakeholders from product or marketing teams before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to search analyst jobs?

You can find and apply to search analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.

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