Google Ads Specialist

Basecloud Growth Agency; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading growth consultancy in South Africa is seeking a Google Ads & Analytics Specialist. This role focuses on applying engineering analytical skills to enhance digital marketing performance through data-driven decision-making. The ideal candidate should possess an engineering background, with a strong emphasis on mathematical and statistical analysis, along with a desire to work in a tech-oriented marketing environment. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong analytical background and experience with Google Ads.
• Detail-oriented and methodical approach is essential.
• Willingness to learn quickly if not already knowledgeable in Google Ads.

Responsibilities

• Set up and configure Google Ads campaigns and Analytics tracking.
• Analyze campaign performance using advanced statistical methods.
• Implement technical optimizations across client accounts.
• Identify anomalies and opportunities in advertising data.
• Improve conversion rates and ROI through systematic testing.

Skills

Analytical skills

Google Ads

Statistical analysis

Education

Industrial or Mechanical Engineering background

Job description

BaseCloud's purpose, is to help companies grow.

BaseCloud's products and services are a masterpiece that will bring growth and insights to a client.

Industrial & Mechanical Engineers Wanted: Google Ads & Analytics Specialist

Salary range: R25k-R40k / month (depending on experience)

Are you an engineer looking for a different application of your analytical skills?

We need your technical mindset to set up, analyze, and improve client Google Ads and Analytics accounts.

We're Not Your Typical Marketing Agency.

Core Responsibilities

• Set up and configure Google Ads campaigns and Analytics tracking.
• Analyze campaign performance using advanced statistical methods.
• Implement technical optimizations across client accounts.
• Identify anomalies and opportunities in advertising data.
• Improve conversion rates and ROI through systematic testing.

What Makes This Different From Traditional Engineering

• Apply your analytical skills to digital marketing challenges.
• Work with our custom automation systems and integrations.
• Focus on technical optimization, not client meetings or sales.
• Use statistical analysis to drive decision-making.
• Join a team that values data over opinions.

You’ll Thrive Here If

• Your engineering background gave you strong analytical skills.
• You enjoy working with complex data systems.
• You're methodical and detail-oriented in your approach.
• You can translate technical insights into performance improvements.
• You want to apply engineering principles to marketing technology.
• Our ideal candidate has an Industrial or Mechanical Engineering background (or similar statistical and mathematical background) with Google Ads knowledge or willingness to learn quickly.

We offer competitive compensation for the right technical talent.

Ready to engineer better advertising performance?

Send your CV to: Apply your technical mind to digital marketing.

Join our team.