Lead Game Mathematician

9 Months ago • 5-7 Years

Game Design

Job Description

As a Lead Game Mathematician at Aristocrat, you'll translate game logic into mathematical models, document game rules, and collaborate with prototypers and engineers. Your core responsibility is creating and validating mathematical models and simulations for slot games across Android, iOS, and Facebook. You will be a key member of the team, solving problems, developing a deep understanding of game math and design, and ensuring high-quality, timely game delivery. This involves providing solutions to mathematical challenges, sharing knowledge, and creating comprehensive documentation. Strong proficiency in Excel, C/C++/C# (or similar), combinatorics, probability, and statistics is essential.

Good To Have:

Slot game math experience
Mobile/web gaming industry experience
Agile/Scrum experience

Must Have:

5-7 years experience
Strong math & programming skills
Model creation & validation
Excellent documentation
Proficiency in Excel, C/C++/C#
Combinatorics, Probability, Statistics knowledge
Communication with designers & engineers

Perks:

Robust benefits package
Global career opportunities
Flexible work options

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• As part of game development team, you will be translating game logic into math models, documenting game logic and rules, as well as working with prototypers and/or engineers in resolving analytics discrepancies.
• your primary responsibility will be creating and validating math models and simulations for Aristocrat slot games delivered on multiple channels (Android, IOS, Facebook)
• As a core member of the team, you are expected to help the team clear the roadblocks and develop in-depth understanding of game math and design

What You'll Do

5-7 years of experience required, Strong mathematician with a programming background to create math models and game simulations
Ability to well document the math models that can be further tuned by game designers.
A strong attention to detail and a great written communicator is the key
The successful candidate will contribute towards high-quality and timely delivery of games, providing solutions to math problems, knowledge sharing and documentation.
Solid expertise with Excel
Proficiency with C / C++ /C# or similar object-oriented programming language
Strong knowledge in Combinatorics, Probability Theory, and Statistics
Ability to create well-documented excel math models and maintainable programs in C/C++/C+ or comparable language
Ability to communicate effectively with game designers and engineers.
Experience in creating technical documents and flow charts

What We're Looking For

Work experience with slot game math will be a huge plus
Prior experience in the mobile/web gaming industry a plus.
Experience of working with product-based companies with Agile Scrum methodologies a plus

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