Game Mathematician (iGaming)

IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.

Overview

IGT PlayDigital is seeking a passionate, adaptive, hard-working Game Mathematician ready to apply their skills in this fast-paced creative industry, with an emphasis on maintaining and designing best in-class gaming experiences. This remote position offers the opportunity to work from anywhere while contributing to our online studio in the Pacific time zone and support our studios in Manchester, Belgrade, and Timisoara.

As a Game Mathematician, you will contribute to all stages of game development, from concept through quality assurance, and be responsible for creating and adapting mathematical models, conducting playtests, and providing documentation and support to team members throughout the development process.

What You’ll Do

Support conversions of highly rated IGT land-based titles to compelling online experiences
Create game math for original games and provide math documentation for originals and ports of land-based games to engineers.
Test mathematical outcomes to assure quality and accuracy (through calculations in MS 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 customer-facing communication.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including producers, artists, engineers, and others throughout development, across all our online studios.
Work with other designers and mathematicians to brainstorm new concepts, create math and prototypes, keep our game characteristics database up to date, peer review documentation, and improve our templates and processes.
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.
Stay up to date on performance data and industry trends to help identify future game mechanics and to better understand different market preferences in Europe, Canada, North America, and specific lottery-based casino customers.

About You

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., game design, mathematics, statistics, or computer science)
Background 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 programing techniques using C++, C#, or similar language, for simulating game logic
Strong critical thinking skills, attention to details, and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent communication skills and must be able to clearly explain and present technical and non-technical ideas in English

What We’d Prefer

Experience with real money wagering casino games.

Passion for games of all kinds.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We believe that a team of unique individuals creates a dynamic, modern, and fun work environment. Whether language, location, or life experience, IGT PlayDigital recognizes and celebrates differences between team members. Our colleagues enjoy inclusive engagement through our 7 global Employee Impact Groups; Women’s Inclusion Network (WIN), Advancing Cultural Education (ACE), PRIDE, NEXGEN, Wealth of Wisdom (WoW) and Superabilities at IGT. We’re also the three-time Top-Ranking Gaming Supplier in the All-In Diversity Project; a Best Place to Work according to the Human Rights Campaign and the Disability Equality Index; and the 2023 D&I Award winner at the Women in Gaming Diversity Awards-London.

Benefits and Culture

Vibrant and stimulating work environment within Class-A office space.
Opportunity to learn and further improve your skills.
Opportunity to develop a career within a stable environment.
Full-time/permanent employment and competitive salary.
Private health insurance for you and your family.
Flexible working hours including work from home and from office.

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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.

IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com.