Economist, Data Center, Economic Strategy

Staff Economist, Data Center, Economic Strategy

Experience owning outcomes and decision making, solving ambiguous problems and influencing stakeholders; deep expertise in domain.

Application window will be open until at least March 13, 2026. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.

Applicants in San Francisco:
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

In accordance with Washington state law, we are highlighting our comprehensive benefits package, which is available to all eligible US based employees. Benefits for this role include:

• Health, dental, vision, life, disability insurance
• Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off: 20 days of vacation per year, accruing at a rate of 6.15 hours per pay period for the first five years of employment
• Sick Time: 40 hours/year (statutory, where applicable); 5 days/event (discretionary)
• Maternity Leave (Short-Term Disability + Baby Bonding): 28-30 weeks
• Baby Bonding Leave: 18 weeks
• Holidays: 13 paid days per year

By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:
Washington D.C., DC, USA;
Atlanta, GA, USA;
Austin, Texas, USA;
Cambridge, MA, USA;
Chicago, IL, USA;
Addison, TX, USA;
New York, NY, USA;
Reston, VA, USA;
San Francisco, CA, USA;
Thornton, CO, USA
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• Master's degree in Economics, Econometrics, Public Policy, Statistics, or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in economic consulting, corporate economic strategy, public sector economic development, or think tanks, with a specific focus on US regional economics, economic impact analysis, fiscal impact analysis, or utility economics.
• Experience using economic modeling tools (e.g., IMPLAN, REMI) and statistical analysis software (e.g., R, Python, STATA, EViews, or MATLAB) to forecast regional economic outcomes.
• Experience conducting economic impact studies (EIA), cost-benefit analyses, and labor market assessments for infrastructure or industrial projects.

• Experience with tax policy analysis, including the evaluation of economic development incentives and fiscal impact modeling.
• Familiarity with real estate economics, including land valuation, site selection metrics, and construction supply chain analysis.
• Understanding of the US technology and energy sectors, including electricity pricing structures, grid infrastructure economics, and the interplay between energy policy and industrial development.

In this role, you will be part of the Economic Strategy Team, Google's global infrastructure economic analysis unit. You will transform Google’s Data Center and Energy economic narrative to proactive leadership by delivering economic intelligence. You will empower data-driven decision-making and safeguard Google’s license to operate by quantifying, forecasting, and communicating the fundamental value of Data Center and Energy infrastructure investments to global markets and local communities.

You will provide the economic analysis necessary for the entire data center life-cycle; by doing it, you will optimize site selection, strengthen positions, and ensure accountability. Your goal is to make sure Google, local governments, and communities have a clear, data-backed understanding of the benefits brought to the table. By connecting infrastructure projects to economic data, you will help Google grow responsibly while supporting the communities called home.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $192,000-$285,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

• Design and execute economic impact models (e.g., direct,…