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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 timesseries statistical methods with strong economic analysis and intuition. This track could be a good fit for candidates with research experience in: macroeconometrics and/or empirical macroeconomics; international macroeconomics; timeseries econometrics; forecasting; financial econometrics and/or empirical finance; and the use of micro and panel data to improve and validate traditional aggregate models.
Economists at Amazon are expected to work directly with our senior management and scientists from other fields on key business problems faced across Amazon including retail cloud computing third party merchants search Kindle streaming video and operations. The Forecasting Macroeconomics & Finance field utilizes methods at the frontier of economics to develop formal models to understand the past and the present predict the future and identify relevant risks and opportunities. For example we analyze the internal and external drivers of growth and profitability and how these drivers interact with the customer experience in the short medium and longterm. We build econometric models of dynamic systems using our world class data tools formalizing problems using rigorous science to solve business issues and further delight customers.
PhD in Economics Quantitative Marketing Finance or closely related field.
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 statistics methodology applications to business problems and/or big data.
Ability to work in a fastpaced business environment.
Strong research track record.
Effective verbal and written communications skills with both economists and noneconomist audiences.
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 Companys 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.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $201000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
Economists at Amazon are expected to work directly with our senior management and scientists from other fields on key business problems faced across Amazon including retail cloud computing third party merchants search Kindle streaming video and operations. The Forecasting Macroeconomics & Finance field utilizes methods at the frontier of economics to develop formal models to understand the past and the present predict the future and identify relevant risks and opportunities. For example we analyze the internal and external drivers of growth and profitability and how these drivers interact with the customer experience in the short medium and longterm. We build econometric models of dynamic systems using our world class data tools formalizing problems using rigorous science to solve business issues and further delight customers.
PhD in Economics Quantitative Marketing Finance or closely related field.
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 statistics methodology applications to business problems and/or big data.
Ability to work in a fastpaced business environment.
Strong research track record.
Effective verbal and written communications skills with both economists and noneconomist audiences.
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 Companys 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.
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 for more information. If the country/region youre applying in isnt listed please contact your Recruiting Partner.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $116300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $201000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on jobrelated knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered equity signon 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. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.
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