Data Associate 2
- Preferred (not required): Hybrid Remote/In-House (San Jose, CA)
Job Application
Position: Data Associate 2
We are currently hiring for an experienced Technical SEO Specialist to join our SEO department. The successful applicant will be responsible for the implementation of technical optimization strategies to ensure our client websites are achieving optimal organic search performance.
The position will require an individual with strong problem-solving skills, solid knowledge of current industry standards, trends, and best practices in SEO, as well as extensive experience with technical SEO tactics. The Technical SEO Specialist will be expected to analyze data, diagnose issues and implement solutions that result in improved website performance.
Summary
Benefit
Hours
Requirements & Responsibilities
Summary
Direction is an SEO software & services firm searching for a strategic, technical SEO who is a powerful communicator to assist in managing SEO campaigns.
Our Core Values:
- Be Innovative
- Be Positive
- Be a Winner
Our team shares a common purpose of being the best at what we do. We are thought leaders in our niche of SEO, and are constantly innovating and executing with new ideas. At Direction, you’ll develop and refine skill sets that will take your career to new heights… not to mention, make some great friends along the way.
The ideal candidate is in or around Austin, TX, but, we are still accepting fully remote applicants (US ONLY).
From a high-level perspective, this position is responsible for:
- Implementing awesome technical SEO strategies onto WP websites
- See more in the “Requirements & Responsibilities” tab above
Benefit
- Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)*
- Work Remote
- Company 401k Program
- Extremely Competitive Bonus Structure*
- Access to a Large Suite of Digital Marketing Tools & Resources
- Bi-Yearly Performance Reviews for Pay Raises & Growth Opportunities*
- All Necessary Equipment to Perform Job Responsibilities*
- Build a sense of personal and professional accomplishment through data-driven results.
Hours
- 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Monday – Thursday (CST)
- 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Fridays (CST)
- Full-time (Salary)
Requirements & Responsibilities
- Optimizing copy for blogs and landing pages
- Performing ongoing keyword research, including discovery and expansion of keyword opportunities
- Researching and implementing content recommendations for organic SEO success
- In depth knowledge of AHREFS & SEMRUSH for monitoring & optimizing website performance
- Strong understanding of WordPress
- Solid understanding of Elementor
- Experience working with data analytics software such as Google Analytics & Google Search Console to track issues/errors/progress on SEO projects
- Knowledgeable in link building strategies including outreach methods and content building strategies such as guest blogging or infographics creation
- Ability to identify common structural problems affecting page indexation on Google & Bing including canonicalization issues and duplicate content threats
- Excellent written & verbal communication skills required to effectively report results and plan campaigns both internally & externally
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also contributing effectively within a team setting when needed
- Ability to adapt quickly with changes in technology trends and bring innovative ideas for improvements in organic rankings through technical optimizations alone is essential for this role
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment and effectively prioritize and multi-task
- Experience delivering client-focused solutions to customer needs with sharp attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Outstanding ability to think creatively, strategically, and identify and resolve problems
- Assist with challenging client requests or issue escalations as needed