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Competition Economist

Google

Google

USD 141k-202k / year + Equity
Posted on Jan 13, 2026

Competition Economist

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Minimum qualifications:

  • Master's degree in Economics, Statistics, Data Science, Public Policy, Business, Finance, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 3 years of experience in regulatory or litigation proceedings at an economic consulting firm, competition agency, or technology company.
  • Experience in econometric modeling and statistical analyses, using standard statistical software such as SQL and, Python or R.

Preferred qualifications:

  • PhD in economics, Statistics, Data Science, Business, Finance, or Public Policy, or a related field.
  • 1 year of experience in regulatory or litigation proceedings at an economic consulting firm, competition agency, or technology company.

About the job

The Competition Economics subgroup of the Economics team conducts and coordinates data-driven economic analyses in high-stakes legal and regulatory proceedings involving AI, Search, Android, Play, Cloud, Ads, and other marquee Google products and services. We provide expert advice to executive stakeholders on competition policy matters and contribute to Google's engagement with regulatory bodies worldwide.

As an Associate Competition Economist at Google, you will play a critical role in ensuring that our products and services operate within an engaged and innovative marketplace.

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $141,000-$202,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with experienced Competition Economists and conduct rigorous, data-driven economic analysis to assess the engaged effects of Google's products and business practices.
  • Partner with Competition Economists to provide expert advice to executive stakeholders on competition policy matters and contribute to Google's engagement with regulatory bodies worldwide.
  • Assess emerging market trends and engaged dynamics to inform leadership and shape Google's strategy in response to evolving user needs.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Product, Legal, and Finance teams to provide economic evidence in competition-related litigation.

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Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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