xAI · 7 hours ago
Finance Expert - Macro Research Analyst
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$45/hr - $100/hr
3+ years expxAI is a company focused on creating AI systems to enhance human understanding of the universe. The Macro Research Analyst will analyze global economic forces, track key economic indicators, and develop forecasts to inform investment strategies and risk assessments.
Artificial Intelligence (AI)Foundational AIGenerative AIInformation TechnologyMachine Learning
No H1B
Responsibilities
Tracking macroeconomic indicators: Monitoring and interpreting data such as GDP growth, inflation, unemployment rates, interest rates, fiscal/monetary policy, currency movements, commodity prices, and geopolitical events across countries or regions
Forecasting and modeling: Building economic forecasts, scenario analysis, and models to predict how macro forces will affect markets (e.g., how a central bank rate hike might impact equities, bonds, or currencies)
Generating investment insights: Providing research reports, trade ideas, and recommendations to portfolio managers, traders, or clients. This often informs 'global macro' investment strategies, where decisions are driven primarily by top-down economic views rather than individual company fundamentals
Risk assessment: Identifying potential risks (e.g., recessions, currency crises, trade wars) and opportunities arising from economic shifts
Qualification
Required
Strong academic background in economics, finance, mathematics, statistics, or a related quantitative field
Demonstrated experience in macroeconomic research, global macro investing, economic policy analysis, or a closely related role
Deep understanding of macroeconomic indicators and frameworks, including growth, inflation, labor markets, monetary and fiscal policy, exchange rates, commodities, and geopolitical dynamics
Experience building and interpreting economic models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to assess market and policy outcomes
Ability to synthesize large and complex data sets into clear, structured insights and actionable conclusions
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex economic concepts concisely to both technical and non-technical audiences
High level of intellectual curiosity and comfort working with uncertainty, incomplete information, and competing hypotheses
Self-directed, detail-oriented, and capable of operating effectively in a flat organizational structure with minimal oversight
Proven ability to prioritize effectively, manage multiple research streams, and deliver high-quality work under time constraints
Preferred
3–7 years of experience post-doc
At least three publications in reputable economics journals (AER, QRE, JPE, Econometrica, etc.) or outlets (The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, Financial Times, etc.)
Prior experience at a global macro hedge fund, asset manager, central bank, international financial institution, policy research organization, or economic consulting firm
Strong familiarity with financial markets across multiple asset classes, including rates, FX, equities, and commodities
Experience producing investment-oriented research, including trade ideas, market commentary, or risk assessments tied to macroeconomic views
Proficiency with data analysis and modeling tools such as Python, R, MATLAB, or similar quantitative environments
Experience working with large economic and financial datasets and building repeatable research pipelines
Ability to evaluate tail risks, regime shifts, and non-linear dynamics in macroeconomic systems
Interest in applying macroeconomic reasoning to novel problems, including AI-driven analysis and large-scale economic modeling
Track record of taking initiative, identifying new research directions, and expanding the scope of responsibility over time
Benefits
Medical benefits
Company
xAI
XAI is an artificial intelligence startup that develops AI solutions and tools to enhance reasoning and search capabilities.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$42.73BKey Investors
Neptune Digital AssetsSpaceXMorgan Stanley
2026-01-06Series E· $20B
2025-12-11Secondary Market· $0.3M
2025-07-13Corporate Round· $5.32B
Leadership Team
Greg Yang
Co-Founder
Yuhuai Wu
Co-Founder
Recent News
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