Gaming:

Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder its all about the games and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology products and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Position Summary

The Senior Mathematician focus specializes in constructing predictive models algorithms and probability engines to support data analysis or product functions; verifies model and algorithm effectiveness based on real-world results.

Bring our games to life by creating the math models that drive slot game play. Work with a group of exceptionally talented mathematicians and game designers to provide the best gaming experience for the slot player. The ability to work quickly and efficiently as part of a team take direction and maintain a positive attitude under pressure is crucial.

Essential Job Functions:
Develop and proof math models for slot games that demonstrate game probabilities and return to player via theoretical calculation and/or simulation.
Code test and debug simulations of slot games to gather statistics and verify accuracy of math models.
Collaborate with software engineers and math test engineers to ensure math models are properly implemented and compliant with applicable regulations.
Collaborate with other mathematicians and game designers to brainstorm new game mechanics and to determine mathematical feasibility of concept math models.
Develop an understanding of competitive products and technologies.

Qualifications

Training and/or Experience:
5-7 years of professional experience in applied mathematics probability and/or combinatorics.
Gaming industry experience is desirable but not required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Have good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work will with others in a team environment.
Ability to bring projects to completion with minimal supervision.
Ability to adapt to a customer-oriented fast-paced deadline-driven environment
Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Experience with C C# or a similar object-oriented programming language.
Familiarity with working in a Windows programming environment including Visual Studio.
Have strong multi-tasking skills.
Enjoy working in a creative environment.
Interact and collaborate with immediate team members and senior level professionals.

Education:
Bachelors degree in Mathematics Statistics Computer Science or a related field or equivalent work experience required.

Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation gender identity status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class. If youd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law please click here for EEOC Poster.