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Are you excited about making business decisions using science and data? Are you interested in supporting consumer device concepts from idea inception to launch? Do you want to work on a Science Product team focused on scaling statistics and econometrics with custom tools? If so, this may be the role for you!
Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company. The Amazon Devices and Services team focuses on delighting customer by enabling seamless functionality in supplying, entertaining, and managing the home - and beyond. We seek and hire the world's brightest minds, offering them a fast-paced, technologically-sophisticated, and friendly work environment, where economic theory meets real-world industry.
The Decision Science team in Devices owns demand estimates and pricing recommendations of concept devices before customers know they exist. We support devices and services ranging from Echo Frames to Kindle Paperwhite to Blink Video Camera …all prior to launch. We are a cross-functional Product team working to scale Econometrics through Amazon and beyond by incorporating Science into internal facing tools and making it easier for others to do so as well.
In this role, you will have input in decision meetings with Amazon senior leadership, which include go/no-go decisions for brand new devices and services and build volume decisions for manufacture prior to receiving any customer signal. You will have direct input to pricing decisions. You will leverage Science and Tools produced by the Decision Science team such as conjoint demand models to produce these recommendations. You will work with Scientists, Economists, Product Managers, and Software Developers to provide meaningful feedback about stakeholder problems to inform business solutions and increase the velocity, quality, and scope behind our recommendations. You will also have the opportunity to work on special projects to both guide the business and advance your own knowledge and understanding of specific topics.
Key job responsibilities
Applies expertise to develop econometric/machine learning models to measure the demand of devices and the business;
Reviews models and results for other scientists, mentors junior scientists;
Generates economic insights for the Devices and Services business and work with stakeholders to run the business for effectively;
Describes strategic importance of vision inside and outside of team; and,
Identifies business opportunities, defines the problem and how to solve it;
Engages with senior scientists, business leadership outside Devices and Services to understand interplay between different business units.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in economics or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of industry, consulting, government, or academic research experience
- Knowledge of at least one statistical software package such as R, Stata, Matlab, SAS
- Experience in prediction and forecasting in a research or industrial environment
- Experience with handling of large datasets
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, San Jose - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
DESCRIPTION
Are you excited about making business decisions using science and data? Are you interested in supporting consumer device concepts from idea inception to launch? Do you want to work on a Science Product team focused on scaling statistics and econometrics with custom tools? If so, this may be the role for you!
Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company. The Amazon Devices and Services team focuses on delighting customer by enabling seamless functionality in supplying, entertaining, and managing the home - and beyond. We seek and hire the world's brightest minds, offering them a fast-paced, technologically-sophisticated, and friendly work environment, where economic theory meets real-world industry.
The Decision Science team in Devices owns demand estimates and pricing recommendations of concept devices before customers know they exist. We support devices and services ranging from Echo Frames to Kindle Paperwhite to Blink Video Camera …all prior to launch. We are a cross-functional Product team working to scale Econometrics through Amazon and beyond by incorporating Science into internal facing tools and making it easier for others to do so as well.
In this role, you will have input in decision meetings with Amazon senior leadership, which include go/no-go decisions for brand new devices and services and build volume decisions for manufacture prior to receiving any customer signal. You will have direct input to pricing decisions. You will leverage Science and Tools produced by the Decision Science team such as conjoint demand models to produce these recommendations. You will work with Scientists, Economists, Product Managers, and Software Developers to provide meaningful feedback about stakeholder problems to inform business solutions and increase the velocity, quality, and scope behind our recommendations. You will also have the opportunity to work on special projects to both guide the business and advance your own knowledge and understanding of specific topics.
Key job responsibilities
Applies expertise to develop econometric/machine learning models to measure the demand of devices and the business;
Reviews models and results for other scientists, mentors junior scientists;
Generates economic insights for the Devices and Services business and work with stakeholders to run the business for effectively;
Describes strategic importance of vision inside and outside of team; and,
Identifies business opportunities, defines the problem and how to solve it;
Engages with senior scientists, business leadership outside Devices and Services to understand interplay between different business units.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in economics or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- 2+ years of industry, consulting, government, or academic research experience
- Knowledge of at least one statistical software package such as R, Stata, Matlab, SAS
- Experience in prediction and forecasting in a research or industrial environment
- Experience with handling of large datasets
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees, supervisors, and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees, supervisors, and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal, state, and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism, and safeguard business operations and the Company’s reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
The base salary range for this position is listed below. Your Amazon package will include sign-on payments and restricted stock units (RSUs). Final compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, qualifications, and location. Amazon also offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance (medical, dental, vision, prescription, Basic Life & AD&D insurance and option for Supplemental life plans, EAP, Mental Health Support, Medical Advice Line, Flexible Spending Accounts, Adoption and Surrogacy Reimbursement coverage), 401(k) matching, paid time off, and parental leave. Learn more about our benefits at https://amazon.jobs/en/benefits.
USA, CA, San Jose - 157,300.00 - 212,800.00 USD annually
USA, VA, Arlington - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
USA, WA, Seattle - 136,000.00 - 184,000.00 USD annually
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon21
- Planate Management3
- Ramp2
- Walmart2
- Everpure2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software10
- Retail7
- E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces7
- Science & Research3
- Banking & Financial Services3
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in economist jobs.
- Graduate degree in economics, public policy, or a closely related quantitative field
- Proficiency in econometric software such as Stata, R, or Python for data analysis
- Experience designing and interpreting regression models or causal inference methods
- Ability to translate complex quantitative findings into clear written reports or memos
- Familiarity with large administrative or survey datasets and data-cleaning workflows
- Knowledge of microeconomic or macroeconomic theory relevant to the employer's sector
Tips for Your Economist Job Search
Tailor your resume to the sector
Government economist roles weight policy relevance and regulatory experience, while private-sector postings prioritize modeling skills and business impact. Adjust your bullet points for each application so your most relevant work is front and center, not buried.
Lead with your econometric toolkit
Hiring managers scan for specific software before reading anything else. Name R, Stata, Python, or SAS explicitly in your skills section, and call out the methods you've used, such as regression discontinuity, panel data, or time-series forecasting, by name.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists economist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Sharpen your writing sample strategy
Many economist roles require a writing sample alongside your resume. Choose a policy memo, research brief, or applied analysis that matches the employer's domain. A labor-economics sample won't land as well at a central bank focused on monetary policy.
Prepare a case-style take-home exercise
Federal agencies and consultancies increasingly use data exercises to screen candidates. Practice cleaning a messy dataset, running a quick regression, and presenting findings in plain language under a realistic time constraint before you reach that stage.
Negotiate using published pay scales
Federal economist positions follow General Schedule pay bands, which are publicly listed. Knowing your GS grade range before negotiating gives you a concrete anchor that private employers and agencies alike expect you to reference confidently.
Economist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most economists?
The companies hiring the most economists right now include Amazon, Planate Management, and Ramp, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand is especially strong in financial services, federal agencies, and economic consulting firms.
How many economist jobs are remote?
About 53% of economist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, making it one of the more flexible professional roles. Research economist and policy analyst positions at think tanks and tech companies tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while roles at federal agencies and regional Federal Reserve banks are more likely to require on-site work.
How do you become an economist?
Most economist roles require at least a master's degree in economics or a related quantitative field, with federal government and academic positions often expecting a doctorate. Build proficiency in econometric software like Stata, R, or Python, and gain applied experience through internships, research assistantships, or thesis projects that involve real data analysis. A strong writing sample demonstrating your ability to communicate findings clearly is essential for most applications.
Can you get hired as an economist with little experience?
Entry-level economist roles do exist, particularly as research analysts or junior economists at consulting firms, government agencies, and financial institutions. Employers at this level look for demonstrated quantitative skills over prior work history. A thesis or capstone project, a published working paper, or a policy brief produced during graduate study all serve as credible substitutes for professional experience when applying.
What does the economist interview process look like?
Most economist interviews involve multiple rounds, starting with a phone or video screen focused on your background and research experience. A take-home data exercise or technical assessment typically follows, asking you to clean data, run a model, and present results. Final rounds usually include a presentation of your past research, behavioral questions, and a conversation with senior staff about how your expertise fits the team's current projects.
Where can I find and apply to economist jobs?
You can find and apply to economist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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