Economist Jobs in Washington
Economist jobs in Washington are open across Seattle and other Washington metros, with employers like Amazon and Expedia hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Amazon is looking for an Economist - Marketing Science to uncover the impact of Prime Video's Global Marketing efforts, and assess their effects on customer viewership behavior.
Prime Video is shaping the future of video entertainment, by offering customers a wide and eclectic catalog, including an ever-increasing slate of Amazon Originals. Our mission is to build the widest selection of digital video content and make it trivially easy for customers to enjoy great content wherever and whenever they want.
To help fulfill this mission, the Marketing Science team aims to drive decision-making on Global Prime Video marketing efforts by delivering sophisticated marketing measurement models. As an Economist on the team, you will work closely with our business and finance stakeholders, as well as the other members of our team, to shape and deliver a roadmap of economic models and experimentation for the team. Your frameworks will be leveraged to inform critical decisions for the business, such as 'how much should we invest in marketing globally?', 'what is the value of each $ of marketing activity on each channel?', and 'what is the impact of Brand marketing?'.
Key job responsibilities
- Design and deliver experiments to test critical hypotheses around the effectiveness of Global marketing efforts across different channels.
- Provide and present analyses that interpret experimental results and leverage them to validate/calibrate the output of observational models.
- Collaborate with other Scientists and Economists on our team to enhance our existing suite of models and get smarter about marketing decision-making.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in economics or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of data analysis languages (e.g., R, Stata, Python, etc.) or other statistical software
- Experience in a postdoctoral position, consulting position, government position or academic research
- Experience with SQL
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.
COMPENSATION
- Base salary range: $129,200.00 - $174,700.00 USD annually
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.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Culver City
USA, WA, SEATTLE
DESCRIPTION
Amazon is looking for an Economist - Marketing Science to uncover the impact of Prime Video's Global Marketing efforts, and assess their effects on customer viewership behavior.
Prime Video is shaping the future of video entertainment, by offering customers a wide and eclectic catalog, including an ever-increasing slate of Amazon Originals. Our mission is to build the widest selection of digital video content and make it trivially easy for customers to enjoy great content wherever and whenever they want.
To help fulfill this mission, the Marketing Science team aims to drive decision-making on Global Prime Video marketing efforts by delivering sophisticated marketing measurement models. As an Economist on the team, you will work closely with our business and finance stakeholders, as well as the other members of our team, to shape and deliver a roadmap of economic models and experimentation for the team. Your frameworks will be leveraged to inform critical decisions for the business, such as 'how much should we invest in marketing globally?', 'what is the value of each $ of marketing activity on each channel?', and 'what is the impact of Brand marketing?'.
Key job responsibilities
- Design and deliver experiments to test critical hypotheses around the effectiveness of Global marketing efforts across different channels.
- Provide and present analyses that interpret experimental results and leverage them to validate/calibrate the output of observational models.
- Collaborate with other Scientists and Economists on our team to enhance our existing suite of models and get smarter about marketing decision-making.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in economics or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of data analysis languages (e.g., R, Stata, Python, etc.) or other statistical software
- Experience in a postdoctoral position, consulting position, government position or academic research
- Experience with SQL
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.
COMPENSATION
- Base salary range: $129,200.00 - $174,700.00 USD annually
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.
LOCATION
USA, CA, Culver City
USA, WA, SEATTLE
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Economist Job Market in Washington
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Who's Hiring
- Amazon5
- Expedia2
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software2
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in economist jobs across Washington.
- 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
Economist Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How many economist jobs are there in Washington?
There are 7+ economist openings in Washington on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Seattle. New positions post regularly as employers across Washington hire.
How much do economists make in Washington?
Economists in Washington earn a median of about $109,300 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,320 for the lowest 10% to over $167,960 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Washington cities have the most economist jobs?
Seattle have the most economist openings in Washington right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire economists in Washington?
Employers hiring economists in Washington include Amazon and Expedia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote economist jobs in Washington?
Yes. About 0% of economist openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Washington metros.
How do I apply for economist jobs in Washington?
You can apply to economist jobs in Washington directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Washington location, then apply to each one that fits.
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