Senior Game Mathematician

As a Senior Game Mathematician at Push Gaming, you will be responsible for creating mathematical models for casino games and analysing them from a math balancing/design point of view. You will work closely with Product Owners, Game Developers, and the Commercial Team to deliver innovative, high-quality games that meet market needs. This role involves owning the end-to-end mathematical design process for high-complexity titles, driving the conceptualisation of novel slot mechanics, developing Monte Carlo simulation tools, and creating comprehensive mathematical documentation.

Must Have

• Solid experience in slot game mathematics
• Good knowledge of Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Quantitative Analysis
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Good knowledge of programming
• University Degree in Mathematics or other numerate discipline such as Statistics, Physics or Engineering
• Fluency in English

Good to Have

• OOP experience
• Interest in playing slots
• Knowledge of game trends
• Knowledge of Java

Perks & Benefits

• Opportunity to grow and thrive
• Environment built around trust, collaboration, transparency and accountability
• Flexibility
• Creative freedom

Senior Game Mathematician

Push Gaming is a dynamic and innovative iGaming development studio that specialises in creating top-quality, mobile-optimised online casino games. With a passion for gaming and a commitment to pushing boundaries, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional experiences to players worldwide.

Position Overview:

As a Senior Game Mathematician here at Push Gaming, you will be responsible for creating mathematical models for casino games and analysing them from a math balancing/design point of view. You will be working closely with Product Owners, Game Developers as well as the Commercial Team to ensure the delivery of innovative and high-quality games that meet the market needs. You’ll be able to work on new and unique mechanics and game ideas and we welcome your suggestions too.Salary: Negotiable depending on experience.

Location: Remote/hybrid in UK, Spain or Poland.

Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end mathematical design process for high-complexity titles, ensuring models deliver optimal player experience (volatility, hit frequency, RTP) and meet commercial goals.
• Drive the conceptualisation and development of novel and unique slot mechanics, collaborating closely with Product Owners and Game Designers to translate creative concepts into mathematically sound and balanced frameworks.
• Develop, maintain, and utilise sophisticated Monte Carlo simulation tools to rigorously test, validate, and optimise game models before production.
• Create comprehensive, auditable mathematical documentation and technical specifications for all game models, ensuring they meet rigorous internal standards and external regulatory requirements for all target markets.
• Manage a small team of more junior mathematicians, guiding them on their games and turning them into excellent Mathematicians in their own right.
• Partner with Developers, QA, Artists, and Product Owners to ensure flawless integration of the mathematical model into the final game, offering technical guidance and problem-solving support throughout the development lifecycle.
• Conduct deep quantitative analysis of competitor games and market trends to identify opportunities for new mathematical features and to ensure our portfolio remains competitive and cutting-edge.

Requirements:

• Solid experience in slot game mathematics
• Good knowledge of Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Quantitative Analysis
• Experience of team management/mentoring is beneficial
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Good knowledge of programming
• University Degree in Mathematics or other numerate discipline such as Statistics, Physics or Engineering.
• Attention to detail
• Well organised
• Team player
• Fluency in English

Nice to have:

• OOP experience
• Interest in playing slots
• Knowledge of game trends
• Knowledge of Java

Why join us?

It’s a really exciting time to join Push Gaming. We’re expanding our teams to deliver some stellar work.

We are passionate about creating premium quality games and will never compromise on this. The approach we take in building and strengthening our team is no different. We set out to attract and retain high performers and are committed to seeking like-minded individuals who share our vision for excellence and quality.

In turn, we offer all the tools and support to allow individuals to grow and thrive, while achieving both personal and company goals in an environment that’s built around trust, collaboration, transparency and accountability.

Department

Mathematics

Locations

UK, Malta, Poland

Remote status

Fully Remote

Employment type

Full-time

About Push Gaming

Our People and Product are the heartbeat of Push Gaming.

We’ve come a long way from when the company started back in 2010 but we have stayed true to what makes us unique. Our culture and values have developed organically over the years, led by our team who continue to drive the company forward as a market leader in our industry.

We’re an innovative, creative and a fun and friendly group of people who are highly driven to deliver the very best entertainment for players to enjoy!

Today, we continue to create and nurture an environment that offers a high level of trust in our people, along with ownership, opportunities, flexibility and creative freedom.

Founded in 2010

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