The role:
We are looking for a Game Mathematician to join our Casino team in London, Dublin or Malta.
You will be working with our Senior Game Mathematician blending your industry experience working on math game models mainly on slots.
This role follows a hybrid approach to working, allowing you to combine working from home with working in our modern offices. These discussions are between you and your manager to find the best pattern for you both! We will kit you out to work from home but know that working as a team is what makes us great and spending quality time together is essential for keeping us mission aligned.
Why we need you
Flutter Studios working with our brand partners at PokerStars Casino, Sky Vegas, PPBF to name a few of the leading global gaming brands we work with. We are seeking a passionate, adaptive, Game Mathematician that is ready to use their experience and skills to define the next generation of gaming.
You will help build engaging entertainment that will appeal and showcase original experiences to enthral a wide player audience. Constructively communicating and leveraging a motivated cross disciplined team, participating, and growing in a collaborative environment, and helping to impact the industry with innovative solutions.
As an important part of our studio game teams you will be working on mathematical models for our global online games, and support the development of cutting edge, casino-style entertainment, with a focus on slot games.
You will work with a team of developers and artists producing video casino games for the UK, Europe, US, and other international markets. Close co-operation will be required with our Senior Mathematician, Game Designers, Product Managers, Producers and experts in other global offices in the US, Canada and Europe.
Responsibilities will include:
- Innovation – Thinking of new games and features to entertain our customers
- Partnering – Working with all our creative colleagues in software development and art to create leading global content
- Math – Supporting and creating mathematical models that align with defined constraints and exhibit predetermined behavioural characteristics
- Working on mathematical models all including implementation and gameplay
- Where necessary, simulations of specific game features are created to supplement the theoretical calculation
- Test mathematical outcomes to assure quality and that accurate calculations are achieved (through excel and programming)
- Review games as they are implemented to ensure that they reflect the correct math model, and make adjustments as needed during development to create world class math models
- Analyze performance data from the marketplace to help identify future game mechanics and industry trends
- Analyze games performance post launch and provide insights about customers behaviour
Who we’re looking for
We’re looking for an experienced Game Mathematician with the following skills and expertise:
- 3-5yrs work experience is a similar role working on math for slot games
- Slot machine game mathematical design, primarily focused on slots and has led and executed the design of previous successful games in the market. Is a strong team player with good communication skills
- Has been involved in the creation of 5-10+ games with a wide variety of machine types and math models, ok if under other mathematicians in a supporting math role
- Has a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent experience
- Proven track record of working on math models primarily for slot games. Previously delivered top performing slot games for land based or online companies
- An advanced user of MS Excel, comfortable creating and adapting large and complex spreadsheets
- Worked with programming teams to create or adapt simulation programs in a variety of languages –java, C, C++ etc
- Has strong expertise in Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Statistics
- Has knowledge of object-oriented program design
- Has a long-standing passion for playing games of multiple genres, and passion in slots and casino games
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
- Able to support teams through the game certification process for all markets
Please include a portfolio/links as part of this application with samples of current games and previous slot products. Sample math files may be requested for technical review.
What’s in it for you?
Our experience-based salaries are competitive.
Your package will include:
- Discretionary annual performance bonus
- 30 days paid leave
- Health and dental insurance for you, your partner and your children (if you all live at the same address)
- Personal life insurance and income protection
- The option to join our company pension scheme
- A personal interest allowance to let you learn something new or pursue a hobby
- External learning support of up to £2,000 or equivalent in local currency, dedicated 4 learning “Power Hours” every month during office time, full access to the Udemy and Mindtools platforms, in-house leadership program and many other training opportunities for developing your skills and progressing your career
- Looking to extend your family? You will receive a cash gift of 1,000 EUR for your new addition whilst working for us
- 26 weeks primary carer leave, and 4 weeks secondary carer leave
- Daily lunch credit, free fresh fruit, snacks and drinks in the office
- Cash allowance for lunch
- Access to an on-site gym.
About the Group
PokerStars is part of Flutter Entertainment Plc, a global sports betting, gaming and entertainment provider headquartered in Dublin and part of the FTSE 100 index of the London Stock Exchange. Flutter brings together exceptional brands, products and businesses and a diverse global presence in a safe, responsible and ultimately sustainable way.
We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. We do not discriminate on any protected characteristic as defined by applicable law.
We will look to provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process. If you need assistance, please contact: talent@flutterint.com
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We will aim to respond to you as soon as possible. If you’re the right fit for the role, you will be invited to a phone/zoom interview.
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