PHP Programmer - SEO Specialist

Geary Performance Marketing Group

We are looking for a SEO Specialist with experience implementing search engine optimization strategies on various content management systems and custom backends with PHP development experience. Will work with in house and client development teams to plan and execute initiatives.

Responsibilities

+ Research various content management systems and tools.
+ Work with SEO team to plan initiatives
+ Search engine optimize web site templates
+ Publish web content.
+ Implement web and ecommerce tracking; specifically Google Analytics.

Core Responsibilities

+ Develop processes for streamlining development tasks.
+ Communicate research and solutions to team members
+ Research latest technologies and keep updated with industry trends
+ Time manage multiple projects and communicate deliverable time lines
+ Conduct keyword research, and set KPI benchmarking and reporting for sites' organic search optimization efforts
+ Define SEO requirements in a product management capacity by recommending site enhancements that maximize ROI and increase rank of natural search result listings
+ Optimizing site architecture, optimizing URL structures and patterns for maximized indexing and keyword relevancy

+ Conduct analysis to identify further optimization opportunities for each of our clients on a monthly basis+ Research and develop SEO best practices to identify new market opportunities and maximize traffic growth and identify a robust SEO keyword list.
+ Develop strategies that leverage web 2.0, social networking, user generated content and PR releases to drive qualified traffic.
+ Manage deliverables, reporting, strategy implementation and all direct communications with internal IT department, analysts, marketing department and the executive team
+ Follow up on status of SEO recommendations for all clients, provide implementation reviews/feedback

+ Set up a process to continuously educate clients on SEO best practices and emerging optimization techniques.

Experience

Minimum 2 years related experience with strong front end and back end development. Good communication skills, written and verbal; ability to handle multiple projects.

+ PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Flash, Apache, IIS, Mod_Rewrite, Regular Expressions
+ Wordpress, Google Analytics, Google Webmaster Tools
+ Ecommerce platforms
+ Proficiency in paid and free SEO tools
+ Hands on experience with web analytics tools & search engine referral tracking/benchmarking
+ Proficiency in paid and free SEO tools

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs particularly Excel data modeling including use of pivot tables and Power Point
+ Excellent analytical skills to analyze large quantities of cross marketing channels
+ Hands on experience with web analytics tools & search engine referral tracking/benchmarking
+ Experience working across multiple data sources
+ A self starter with an ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
+ Project management skills
+ Strong attention to detail
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills
+ Ability to work with cross functional teams and individually to drive results
+ Strong presentation skills
+ Experience working in online businesses is critical

+ Desired experience evaluating marketing channels

To apply email with:

+ Resume with cover letter explaining your qualifications for this position
+ Salary requirements