SEO Specialist

Job Description
We are looking for someone who is passionate about SEO and has the skills to propel our affiliate programs to the top using only best practices (white hat) methodologies.

Skill Set Needed:

* Passing grade in the Search Engine Optimization certification exam in oDesk
* Analyze website architecture, content, and make optimization changes.
* Understand the difference between a “traffic keyword phrase” and a “converting keyword phrase”
* Optimize various site components including copy, meta tags, page title/descriptions, internal linking, site map, compliancy issues, etc.
* Understand server admin issues such as .htaccess editing
* Follow proper SEO guidelines as set forth from the “Big Three”
* Monitor SEO performance with our custom tracking software
* Be able to provide innovation, key changes, and spot “problem areas” before they become problems
* Perform competitive analysis to stay one step ahead of the competition
* Improve knowledge of current SEO practices to develop and recommend new SEO strategies.
* Maintain awareness of various SEO resources and tools.

Qualifications Include:

* 3+ years involved with SEO including hands-on optimization and link building.
* A complete understanding of search engine trends and search engine algorithms.
* Must have working knowledge of HTML, XHTML, PHP, CSS, and JavaScript.
* Should be familiar with CMS, Shopping Cart and Ecommerce Systems.
* Possess excellent communication skills and is a cooperative team player
* Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet scheduled due dates.
* Experience with leading search engine ranking, traffic and analysis software.