Game Mathematician - London, United Kingdom - IGT

IGT

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

beBee Recruiter

Description

Location:
London, GB, W1H 5BT London, GB, SE1 8QH Manchester, GB, M171HH London, GB, EC2A 1AF- Requisition ID: 12891

Responsibilities:

Game Mathematician

Remote

Overview

This position will work directly with our online studio in the Pacific time zone and support our studios in Manchester and Belgrade.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with producers, artists, engineers, and others throughout development, across all of our online studios
Create game math for original games and provide in xml form for originals and ports of landbased games to engineers
Test mathematical outcomes to assure quality and that accurate calculations are achieved (through excel, programming, and other various proprietary tools)
Employ meticulous attention to detail to achieve optimal designs for mathematical documentation, including math models, game logic, PAR sheets, and customerfacing communication
Actively work on multiple projects concurrently, as each Mathematician works on multiple games in tandem, at various stages of completion
Create prototypes to demonstrate viability of innovative mechanics
Extensively play test all games in studio development with detailed verbal or written feedback around all aspects of the player experience: math, art, sound, messaging, game pacing and user interface
Analyze performance data from the marketplace to help identify future game mechanics and industry trends
Maintain active field research, analysis, and industry knowledge to clearly understand and convey player profiles to develop new features and products
Understand different market preferences in Europe, Canada, North America, and specific lotterybased casino customers
Collaborate with other designers and mathematicians to brainstorm new concepts, create math and playtest prototypes, keep our game characteristics database up to date, and to improve our templates and processes
Peer review documentation
Support 3rd parties
Support conversions of highly rated IGT landbased titles to compelling online experiences

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, or Computer science (or equivalent mathoriented degree with strong mathematical skills)
Strong expertise in Combinatorics, Probability Theory, and Statistics
Solid experience with MS Excel, creating and adapting large and complex spreadsheets
Basic programming knowledge and aptitude for learning advanced programming techniques using any programming language (Python, C#, and C++ preferred)
Detailoriented and can prioritize and work on multiple projects at a time
Must be able to work independently, as well as in group/team settings
Must be able to clearly explain and present technical and nontechnical ideas

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in mathematics (equivalent mathoriented degrees are considered), or 5+ years' experience in field using probability
Background in advanced probability, dynamical systems, dynamic programming, or graph theory is a plus
Extensive experience with mathematical model building
Ability to build and maintain working relationships
Familiar with and interested in gambling games
Enjoy games of all kinds

Keys to Success:

Building collaborative relationships
Decision making
Drive results
Foster innovation
Personal energy
Selfleadership

LI-SB- IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged.

IGT is an equal opportunity employer.

We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws.

We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted._