Research And Experiment Lead

Summary

Join LinkGraph, a rapidly growing SEO software company, as their Research & Experiments Lead. In this fully remote role (EST or CST), you will lead the design, development, and testing of websites to optimize SEO performance. You will research best practices, develop testing frameworks, and build WordPress websites to implement innovative SEO strategies. Your work will directly impact the success of Search Atlas's tools. The position requires extensive website building experience, deep SEO knowledge, strong analytical skills, and proven experience in SEO experimentation. LinkGraph offers a competitive salary, paid time off, and a collaborative, supportive work environment.

Requirements

• Extensive experience building and managing websites, with a strong focus on WordPress
• Deep understanding of SEO principles, including technical, on-page, and off-page optimization
• Proficiency in tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, or equivalent
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into actionable insights
• Proven track record of designing and executing SEO experiments or research projects
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with experience mentoring or leading teams
• Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript as it relates to SEO
• Familiarity with other CMS platforms or custom-built websites
• Experience with A/B testing or multivariate testing in the context of SEO
• Knowledge of website performance optimization tools and techniques

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and testing of websites, primarily using WordPress, to explore and validate SEO strategies and technical implementations
• Research and analyze SEO performance trends across various industries and markets to uncover new opportunities for optimization
• Build and maintain testing environments for experiments related to on-page, technical, and content SEO
• Conduct in-depth analyses of website performance data, using findings to refine strategies and enhance future experiments
• Collaborate with the Product Team to translate research insights into actionable recommendations for Search Atlas’s platform and tools
• Provide expertise and mentorship to team members in technical SEO and WordPress website development

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with other CMS platforms or custom-built websites

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Salary $15-$25USD/ph