JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027

Wealthfront

Lead Economist, Editorial

JOE ID Number: 2026-02_111477968
Date Posted: 09/25/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Lead Economist, Editorial
Section: Full-Time Nonacademic
Location: UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: A1 -- General Economics
Salary Range: $185,000 - $211,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Wealthfront is looking for an economist or data scientist with macro expertise to produce public-facing economic research, written content, and video using first- and third-party data. This role will sit within Wealthfront’s Investment Research and Data Science team, supporting the Wealthfront Content Team by providing insight into consumer, market, and business trends that helps young professionals connect macroeconomic news with their personal finance goals.

The Wealthfront Data Science team utilizes our rich financial and behavioral data to influence Marketing, Product and information security decisions. The Data Scientist in this role will be primarily embedded within Wealthfront’s Content Team, which focuses on inspiring and empowering smart financial decisions through original, timely content such as the Vested Interest newsletter. Through this content, we aim to make Wealthfront the trusted partner for young professionals managing and growing wealth.

This is an ideal opportunity for a data scientist and/or macroeconomist who has experience analyzing stock market data and key economic indicators (CPI, PPI, FRED, etc.) and producing engaging public-facing writing and commentary for broad audiences. An ideal candidate will also have experience creating data visualizations, conducting media interviews, and using social media video platforms. More information is available at our website.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application Link
Application deadline: 01/31/2027