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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
Are you passionate about games, excited to discover and define what makes a game special? Do you have a naturally curious mind, interested in zeroing in on what players want? Are you eager to leverage your wealth of mobile and online experience to help teams make good development choices? Then join the IGT Social Casino team and help us collect, curate, and package content created by IGT land and online studios into the key elements needed for external clients to create Social Casino versions of our iconic brands.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
In this unique position, you will help clients port IGT’s best slots content into their own Social Casino applications by providing focused, timely, and actionable documentation and guidance. You will be responsible for:
• Create math documentation utilizing IGT proprietary tools for approximately 26 games on the Social casino roadmap per year.
• Collaborate with Social casino team members to answer all questions regarding math and game mechanics before and during the client porting process.
• Play test game ports in development and provide meaningful feedback to clients.
• Have meticulous attention to detail in par sheets and customer-facing communications.
• Actively work on multiple projects concurrently, as strong multitasking and time management is essential.
• Contribute to the growth of the Social casino team and business by providing game & industry insights.
Your feedback will guide external development teams in studios around the globe in creating social versions of IGT games that uphold IGT’s brand standards. The internal team will rely on your expertise to broaden their knowledge of individual games, slots in general, and social game mechanics.
COMMUNICATIONS/INTERACTIONS:
• Interact with the original content creators, as needed, to ensure documentation and guidance is meaningful and helpful while protecting proprietary information.
• Support the internal team with recommendations to make materials clearer for clients and better suited for mobile platforms and social casino norms.
• Sustain and build client relationships through direct guidance and feedback that results in high quality, on-brand and successful social casino ports.
WORK LOCATION:
This position is fully remote from home.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• 5-8 years of experience in casino, social, or mobile gaming.
• Familiar with and interested in slots and casino games.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Excel
• Solid expertise in Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Statistics.
• Basic programming knowledge and aptitude for learning advanced programming techniques.
• Detail-oriented and can prioritize and work on multiple projects at a time.
• Self-motivated, highly organized individual able to work independently, as well as in group/team settings.
• Internet savvy and comfortable in a remote working environment spanning multiple time zones.
• Must be able to clearly explain and present technical and non-technical ideas to different disciplines.
• Capable of succeeding in a dynamic work environment where project scopes and standards may often change.
PREFERRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
• Knowledge of Unity or similar game implementation pipelines.
• Familiarity with Agile methodology and Jira in particular.
• Familiarity with Perforce or other version control software.
Keys to Success
• Building collaborative relationships
• Decision making
• Drive results
• Foster innovation
• Personal energy
• Self-leadership
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IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, 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 sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and any other personal attributes protected by federal, state, or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.
At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $60,989-$200,500. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable.
Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses. In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements.
All IGT employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate. IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit www.igt.com
