Description

　　The Amazon Devices and Services organization designs, builds and markets Kindle e-readers, Fire Tablets, Fire TV Streaming Media Players and Echo devices. The Device Economics team is looking for an Economist to join our fast paced, start-up environment to help invent the future of product economics. We solve significant business problems in the devices and retail spaces by understanding customer behavior and developing business decision-making frameworks.

　　You will build econometric and machine learning models for causal inference and prediction, using our world class data systems, and apply economic theory to solve business problems in a fast-moving environment. This involves analyzing Amazon Devices and Services customer behavior, and measuring and predicting the lifetime value of existing and future products. We build scalable systems to ensure that our models have broad applicability and large impact. You will work with Scientists, Economists, Product Managers, and Software Developers to provide meaningful feedback about stakeholder problems to inform business solutions and increase the velocity, quality, and scope behind our recommendations.

　　Key job responsibilities

　　Applies expertise in causal modeling to develop econometric/machine learning models to measure the economic value of devices and the business

　　Reviews models and results for other scientists, mentors junior scientists

　　Generates economic insights for the Devices and Services business and work with stakeholders to run the business for effectively

　　Describes strategic importance of vision inside and outside of team. Identifies business opportunities, defines the problem and how to solve it.

　　Engages with scientists, business leadership outside Devices and Services to understand interplay between different business units

　　We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:

　　Arlington, VA, USA | Seattle, WA, USA

　　Basic Qualifications

　　PhD in economics or equivalentPreferred 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 committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

　　Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $127,300/year in our lowest geographic market up to $247,600/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 https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.