Economist II

Economist II – Amazon

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Economists in the Forecasting, Macroeconomics & Finance field document, interpret and forecast Amazon business dynamics. This track is well suited for economists adept at combining times‑series statistical methods with strong economic analysis and intuition. Candidates with research experience in macroeconometrics, empirical macroeconomics, international macroeconomics, time‑series econometrics, forecasting, financial econometrics, empirical finance, and the use of micro and panel data to improve and validate traditional aggregate models may be a good fit.

Economists at Amazon work directly with senior management and scientists from other fields on key business problems across Amazon, including retail, cloud computing, third‑party merchants, search, Kindle, streaming video, and operations. The Forecasting, Macroeconomics & Finance team uses frontier methods to develop formal models that understand the past, present, predict the future, and identify risks and opportunities. Example activities include analyzing drivers of growth and profitability, modeling dynamic systems with world‑class data tools, and formalizing problems with rigorous science to solve business issues.

• PhD in economics or equivalent

• 3+ years of industry, consulting, government, or academic research experience
• Deep knowledge in time‑series econometrics, asset pricing, empirical macroeconomics, or the use of micro and panel data to improve and validate traditional aggregative models
• Strong background in statistical methodology, applications to business problems, and/or big data
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced business environment
• Strong research track record
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with both economists and non‑economist audiences
• Advanced expertise and knowledge of econometric observational causal inference models

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.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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The base pay for this position ranges from $136,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Depending on the position offered, equity, sign‑on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

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