First American Data & Analytics

Data & Analytics

SeniorEconomist

$129–172k Santa Ana, California, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Senior Economist at First American Data & Analytics. Skills: Economic analysis, Data insights, Market intelligence. Develop analytical datasets, economic indicators, dashboards, reporting frameworks. Conduct economic, housing, mortgage, property market analysis”

What You'll Achieve.

Deliver best-in-class decisioning solutions; Provide actionable insights; Enable better, increasingly automated decisions; Transform proprietary data assets into actionable market intelligence; Support customers, business stakeholders, broader industry engagement; Support aligned research priorities, insight generation, market education initiatives; Improve data quality, usability, consistency, insight development; Support market education, customer engagement, strategic initiatives; Support thought leadership initiatives

Industry & Context.

Data & Analytics
Problems you'll solve

Problem-solving skills; Critical thinking

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Master's in Economics, Finance, Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or an equivalent discipline, 2–3 years of related work or BSA with 4+ years of related post-graduate work experience, Minimum of 3 years of experience in economic analysis, applied research, market insights, or data-driven analytics, analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills, Experience working with large and complex datasets using tools such as SQL, Python, R, Excel, Tableau, Power BI, or similar analytical and visualization platforms, Knowledge of statistical methods, economic forecasting, time series analysis, and predictive modeling techniques, written and verbal communication skills, Experience developing research content, presentations, reports, dashboards, market commentary, or customer-facing insights

Nice to Have

PhD preferred, understanding of real estate markets

What You'll Do.

Develop analytical datasets

property market analysis

Apply critical thinking and quantitative analysis

operationalize datasets and methodologies

Support development of predictive models

forecasting frameworks

Develop research briefs

Contribute to webinars

Create business definitions

analytical documentation

Collaborate to identify opportunities for differentiated insights

Present research findings and market insights

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with the Office of the Chief Economist; Collaborate with Data & Analytics, Product, Marketing, Communications, business leadership teams; Partner cross-functionally with data, analytics, product, marketing, communications, business teams; Collaborate with internal stakeholders; Collaborate effectively across analytics, product, research, marketing, business teams

Communication Scope

Written communication skills; Verbal communication skills; Communicate complex findings clearly; Present research findings; Present insights in meetings, webinars, customer discussions, industry forums

Process & Methodology

Manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously

Full Job Description

# _**Who We Are**_ Join a team that puts its People First! As a member of First American’s family of companies, Data & Analytics is a national provider of property-centric information, analytics, risk management and valuation solutions. First American maintains and curates the industry’s largest property and ownership dataset with over 7 billion document images. Our major platforms and products include: DataTree®, FraudGuard®, RegsData™, TaxSource™ and ACI®. The First American Data & Analytics division boasts more than 20 patents and remains at the forefront of innovation - leveraging technology and data to deliver best-in-class decisioning solutions. Fueled by our industry-leading data and using our technology and proprietary process, our solutions provide lenders, real estate and title companies with actionable insights - enabling them to make better, increasingly automated, decisions. With offices in all major metropolitan areas, including California and New York, DNA teams work collaboratively from across the country. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com. # _**What We Do**_ In 2026, First American was named one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For by Great Place to Work and Fortune Magazine for the eleventh consecutive year. At First American Dat

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