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Sr. Economist, WW Prime

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Seattle, WAJob$159–215K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$159–215K/yr
Location
Seattle, WA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Sr. Economist, WW Prime partners with senior management, business stakeholders, scientists, engineers, and economist leadership to address business problems across Amazon. The role develops econometric models using large data systems, applies quantitative approaches, and contributes to automated systems. Economists work either on cross-functional teams embedded in business units or within a central science and economics organization.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

AnalyticsApplied EconomicsAnalytic Vision DevelopmentStatistical ModelingRPythonSTATA

Qualifications

PhD in Economics or EquivalentIndustry, Consulting, Government or Academic Research Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Full job description

Description

Economists at Amazon partner closely with senior management, business stakeholders, scientist and engineers, and economist leadership to solve key business problems ranging from Amazon Web Services, Prime, inventory planning, international retail, third party merchants, search, pricing, labor and employment planning, effective benefits (health, retirement, etc.) and beyond. Amazon Economists build econometric models using our world class data systems and apply approaches from a variety of skillsets – applied macro/time series, applied micro, econometric theory, empirical IO, empirical health, labor, public economics and related fields are all highly valued skillsets at Amazon. You will work in a fast moving environment to solve business problems as a member of either a cross-functional team embedded within a business unit or a central science and economics organization. You will be expected to develop techniques that apply econometrics to large data sets, address quantitative problems, and contribute to the design of automated systems around the company.

Basic Qualifications

  • PhD in economics or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in analytics and applied economics

  • Experience in developing and executing an analytic vision to solve business-relevant problems

  • Experience in building statistical models using R, Python, STATA, or a related software

  • Experience in industry, consulting, government or academic research

Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.

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, WA, Seattle - 159,200.00 - 215,300.00 USD annually

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