SEO Specialist (fluent in German or French)

Zendesk19 days ago
San Francisco, CA
Hybrid
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
$75,000-$90,000 Annually

Job Description

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled and experienced SEO Specialist with a strong focus on research and execution who is fluent in French and/or German. In this role, you will develop and implement effective search engine optimization strategies to improve our online presence, increase organic search rankings, and drive high-quality traffic to our websites in EMEA. Join our innovative team at Zendesk and help drive exceptional results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive SEO research to identify target keywords, perform competitor analysis, and monitor industry trends.
  • Execute data-driven SEO strategies, including on-page and off-page optimization, technical SEO, and content marketing.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop SEO-friendly content such as blog posts, landing pages, and web copy.
  • Monitor, track, and analyze website performance, organic search traffic, and rankings using various SEO tools.
  • Provide regular reports on SEO performance, includingkeyword rankings,organic traffic, and conversion metrics.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest SEO best practices, algorithm updates, and industry trends.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
  • 2-3 years of proven experience in SEO with a focus on research and execution.
  • Fluent in French and/or German.
  • Fluent in English.
  • Strong understanding of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and SEO best practices.
  • Proficiency in SEO tools, such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, or similar.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
  • A proactive, self-motivated mindset and a strong desire to continuously learn and stay up-to-date.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Fluency in another language such as Italian, Dutch, or Spanish.
  • Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

Benefits & Perks

  • Hybrid Work Environment:Enjoy a rich onsite experience with collaboration, learning, and the flexibility to work remotely for part of the week.
  • Inclusive Culture:Be part of a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team at Zendesk.
  • Opportunity to work with innovative digital customer service solutions.
  • Competitive benefits andcomprehensive perksthat support work-life balance.

Required Skills

English fluency
JavaScript
Technical SEO
CSS
SEO research
SEMrush
Keyword research
Google Search Console
Team collaboration
Ahrefs
Analytical skills
Google Analytics
On-page optimization
Competitor analysis
Off-page optimization
Content marketing
HTML
Fluent in French or German