Associate Game Designer

We are looking for an Associate Game Designer who is passionate about designing and delivering high impact casino games to our global customers. You will be part of a studio with talented team of Game Designers, Artists, Game Developers and Test Engineers. The Studio puts a strong emphasis on quality, individual ownership and values engineers who take pride in developing games. The role involves Game design of Class 3 casino games for different markets. The role provides challenge of complexity (visual design, game mathematics modelling, compliance requirements, etc.) and variety (different cabinets, markets and languages). Each game is different and you will be challenged each time. You will work closely with Executive Producers and Senior Game Designers located in Sydney as well as developers in India.

What You'll Do

• Collaborate with other Game Designers on new ideas and game concepts tailored to various global markets.
• Assess and refine mathematical models for various gameplay elements, ensuring accuracy in payouts, bonuses, and game mechanics by simulating user interactions and outcomes.
• Responsible for all math model calculations for assigned games, including return to player percentages, hit frequencies, standard deviations, and other metrics as appropriate.
• Utilise data analytics and statistical methods to identify gameplay patterns and player behavior, leveraging insights to optimize game performance and player engagement.
• Design algorithms and perform computations to simulate game mechanics, ensuring they align with user expectations and market regulations.
• Develop code that implements the functionality of game concepts in order to verify and/or develop mathematical calculations and obtain important data and statistics to validate that the underlying mathematics meet all game design requirements.
• Ensure the integrity of data collected during gameplay trials, refining models to improve game mechanics, user experience, and market performance.
• Produce technical documentation to aid in the development and testing of new games.
• Produce regulatory documentation required by all applicable markets.
• Develop tools to aid in the construction of mathematical calculations, documentation and specifications.
• Collaborate with artists, software, and test engineers throughout the development cycle to deliver games to market.
• Peer review of fellow Game Designers’ calculations, code and documentation

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a game designer / Game Mathematician working primarily on slot games.
• Bachelor's degree (or higher) with a strong mathematical component and evidence of programming experience (C++ preferred);
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
• Experience developing game concepts, prototype game math and simulating game software.

Skills and Ability:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail.

The base salary for this role is between $90,000 - $95,000.

Why Aristocrat?

Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We’re a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.

We aim to create an environment where individual differences are valued, and all employees have the opportunity to realize their potential. We welcome and encourage applications from all people regardless of age, gender, race, ethnicity, cultural background, disability status or LGBTQ+ identity. We offer a range of flexible working options through all.flex, our flexible hybrid work model and invite you to have a conversation with us about flexible working. EEO M/F/D/V

• World Leader in Gaming Entertainment

• Robust benefits package

• Global career opportunities

Our Values

• All about the Player

• Talent Unleashed

• Collective Brilliance

• Good Business Good Citizen

The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.

Travel Expectations

None