WW Integrated Marketing Systems and Intelligence (WIMSI) is seeking a skilled and driven Economist to develop empirical frameworks and causal inference models that shape how Amazon engages customers at scale through marketing.
In this role you will work at the intersection of data science product and engineering across teams in the US and EU to evaluate the effectiveness of marketing interventions optimize resource allocation and inform strategy across the marketing funnelfrom awareness to conversion. You will develop and own the design of econometric models and experiments that deliver actionable insights into customer behavior campaign performance pricing and channel efficiency.
You are expected to independently frame ambiguous business problems construct rigorous economic models and validate them using both observational and experimental data. You will contribute directly to the development of scalable systems that automate decision-making improve targeting and maximize long-term customer value.
Success in this role requires a strong foundation in econometrics and statistics a deep understanding of experimental design and causal inference methods and the ability to clearly communicate results and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders. You should demonstrate strong business judgment a bias for action and a commitment to delivering mechanismsnot just analysisthat scale.
Key job responsibilities
Develop and implement econometric models to measure the impact of marketing strategies across the funnel (upper mid lower) including causal inference models for campaign attribution incrementality and ROI analysis.
Design and execute experiments (e.g. A/B tests geo experiments synthetic controls) to validate hypotheses and inform high-impact decisions on targeting channel mix and messaging strategy.
Own analytical workstreams independently from problem formulation and data acquisition through model development and communication of results to stakeholders across science product and marketing.
Translate economic findings into business action by delivering clear decision-ready insights and scalable mechanisms that drive optimization of marketing operations and resource allocation.
Collaborate with scientists engineers and PMs to integrate economic models into production systems ensuring technical robustness and real-world applicability in high-scale environments.
About the team
The Worldwide Integrated Marketing Systems and Intelligence (WIMSI) Tech team builds core technology for Amazons marketing funnelfrom brand awareness to product discovery and conversion.
- PhD in economics or equivalent
- 2 years of industry consulting government or academic research experience
- Knowledge of at least one statistical software package such as R Stata Matlab SAS
- Experience in prediction and forecasting in a research or industrial environment
- Experience with handling of large datasets
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.
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 $136000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212800/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. Dependent 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. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.