Senior Economist - Remote

MINT MOBILE is seeking a talented Senior Economistto join the Strategy & Analysis team! Individual reports to AVP, Strategy & Analysis. Role is remote - must reside in the United States.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Senior Economist will play a crucial role in driving strategic decision-making by providing valuable insights through data analysis, model building, and automation. They will be responsible for leveraging their expertise in SQL, Python, Alteryx, and spatial analytics tools to support and enhance our business strategies.

Identify how we should be investing our resources across the brands and Partner with the Commercial Owner for forecasting, budgeting, and strategic planning. The team will track the financial progress and make strategic recommendations to meet or exceed our company goals.

As a Senior Economist, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to provide critical insights, analysis, and recommendations that will influence our business strategies and decision-making processes. Your responsibilities will be grouped into four main categories:

Your usual day of awesomeness includes:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance models for assessing Unit Economics, including revenue sources and costs.
• Analyze and interpret survival curve data to understand customer retention patterns.
• Investigate and quantify key business drivers and levers that impact profitability.
• Calculate and analyze price elasticity to optimize pricing strategies.
• Assess the impact of customer and market segmentation on business performance.

• Identify growth opportunities through data-driven analysis and experimentation.
• Evaluate areas for profitable growth and contribute to the improvement of ROC/ROI.
• Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and drive data-informed decisions.
• Measure the impact of initiatives on customer adoption and lift.
• Collaborate on retrospectives and create actionable playbooks for business improvement.

• Assist in revenue recognition and reporting revenue sources.
• Conduct cost analysis to optimize resource allocation.
• Collaborate on team upleveling initiatives and the creation of self-service SQL tools.
• Manage project archives and develop analysis frameworks to streamline decision-making.

• Collaborate effectively with teams across the organization to gather data and insights.
• Communicate complex economic concepts and findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Work on team initiatives to improve skills, knowledge sharing, and data documentation.
• Share insights and expertise to contribute to data-driven decision-making across departments.

WHAT YOU BRING

• A master's or Ph.D. in economics, statistics, or a related field.
• Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction, manipulation, and analysis.
• Proficiency in Python for data processing, statistical analysis, and model development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Experience in telecom or a related field is a plus.
• A collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
• Understanding industry and economic trends to navigate future uncertainties and guide profitable decision-making.

WE ARE MINT MOBILE

We connect people to what's most important in their lives: Easily, affordably and reliably. We strive to be California's Preeminent Destination Employer. Oh yeah, we get it too! We understand what matters to you most. You're an individual with unique needs, and we're prepared to exceed any expectations you have for an ideal employer.

We're smart, strategic, and get things done without a lot of red tape or unnecessary politics. Everyone matters here and everyone has a voice. Expect to spend your time contributing to projects that really matter. We obsess over the employee experience. To start, we provide some of the most competitive salary, benefits, family leave, and vacation in Southern California. We believe in you and invest in you. Not just your career aspirations, but your life.

In addition, we've got a laundry list of perks you'll brag about on insta - Lunch every day prepared by our very own chef, healthy snacks, onsite gym, free massages, car wash services, and most importantly, a team atmosphere. We even raise the bar on well bars, including Espresso/Cappuccino/Nitro/Cold Brew/Kombucha Bar, Froyo Bar, Breakfast Bar, Snack Bar and a, well, you know, bar (after 5 pm).

And if you feel intrigued right now reading, imagine the co-workers we have already attracted. This is the kind of team you'll want to take home to mom or invite to your kid's next birthday party. This is the kind of close-knit community happening here. Come check out how you can be part of Mint!

OUR VALUES – LET'S MAKE LIFE ULTRA TOGETHER!

• Ownership: We are all owners; be the outcome and get the job done.
• Action Biased: Be brilliant, proactive, and act with urgency.
• Embrace the Adventure: Be agile, adaptive, and thrive on change.
• Invent and Simplify: Never accept good enough.

$1,000 REFERRAL BONUS

Take a look at this job description, if you are the right person, please apply. If Mint Mobile doesn't appear to be a fit for you, refer a friend or colleague and get $1,000. Let your friend or colleague know to provide your full name and email when applying to the job. If we hire them and they stay for 90 days, you get $1000. For more details of restrictions and rules, please email recruiting@ultra.me.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, genetic information, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, lawful alien status, national origin, age, marital status, or protected veteran status. We support an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualification, experience, ability, and job performance.

In support of the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the range of starting pay for this role is $110,000 - $120,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, actual compensation is influenced by a wide range of factors including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, education, certifications, responsibility, and geographic location. We also offer a variety of benefits including health, disability insurance, 401 (k), flexible spending accounts, EAP, education reimbursement, parental leave, unlimited vacation, bonuses, and company paid holidays. The specific programs available will vary depending on state, start date, and employment type. Our recruitment team will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

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