Economist, Ramp Economics Lab

Ramp•New York, NY

1d•$140,000 - $190,000

About The Position

Ramp Economics Lab is seeking an economics-minded data scientist to own and expand its work on tracking AI spend and adoption. This role will be responsible for the Ramp AI Index, developing new metrics for token spend and AI ROI, extending research internationally, and publishing rigorous analysis for a diverse audience including policymakers, researchers, businesses, the press, and the public. Additionally, the position involves building a new customer-facing economics function, developing Ramp’s economic outlook, engaging with customers and prospects, presenting to finance leaders, and translating data into actionable recommendations for business planning, budgeting, and AI strategy. The role requires a blend of economic judgment, applied data science, public writing, data visualization, and executive communication skills, enabling the candidate to move from a question to credible analysis, clear communication, and actionable advice.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of industry experience as a Data Scientist or Economist.
Strong perspectives on the economics of AI, economic policy, new media, and writing.
Strong knowledge of SQL (preferably Redshift, Snowflake, BigQuery) and how to write efficient SQL queries.
Familiarity with BI tools (preferably Looker, Omni, Sigma, Hex or equivalent) and experience distributing data insights via reports and dashboards.
Track record of shipping high-quality research, writing, and thought leadership under short, non-academic timelines.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly improving, start-up environment that focuses on solving problems with iterative technical solutions.
Active reader of the news in economics, business, and AI trends.
An advanced user of AI for data science.
An eye for good charts and web design.
Ability to present data without coming off as dry or overly academic.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the modern data stack (Fivetran / Snowflake / dbt / Looker / Hightouch or equivalents).
Experience within the payments and financial technology space.

Responsibilities

Own and expand the Ramp AI Index.
Add new metrics tracking token spend and ROI of AI.
Extend research internationally.
Publish rigorous but accessible analysis for policymakers, researchers, businesses, the press, and the public.
Build a new customer-facing economics function from the ground up.
Develop Ramp’s economic outlook.
Meet with customers and prospects.
Present to CFOs and finance teams.
Translate data into practical recommendations for business planning, budgeting, and AI strategy.

Benefits

Flexible PTO
Centralized home-office equipment ordering
Health and wellness stipend
Budget for intra-office travel
Weekly coffee stipend
100% medical, dental & vision insurance coverage for you, with partial coverage for dependents (US)
One Medical annual membership (US)
401(k), including employer match on contributions made while employed by Ramp (US)
Fertility HRA (up to $10,000 per year) (US)
Parental leave: up to 16 weeks (birthing + bonding) or 8 weeks (bonding only) at 100% pay
Pet insurance (US)
In-office perks: lunch, snacks, drinks, and more (US)
Relocation expense coverage to NYC or SF (if needed) (US)
Group medical, dental, and vision coverage through Sun Life (Canada)
Life, AD&D, and disability coverage (Canada)
Fertility drug coverage (up to $4,000 lifetime) (Canada)
Group Retirement Plan with employer match (RRSP + DPSP) (Canada)
Employee Assistance Program and virtual care through Lumino Health (Canada)
Private medical insurance through Freedom Elite (UK)
Virtual GP and at-home care via eMed x Livi (UK)
Workplace pension through Penfold, with salary sacrifice option (UK)