Game Mathematician (Specialty)

IGT (www.igt.com) is a global leader in gaming with 5$ billion revenue, 12000+ employees in more than 100 countries. Core Studio provides gaming products in the Class 3 video, physical reel and video poker markets, along with Class 2 and other Specialty markets. Our branch in Belgrade has 450+ employees and is located at Business Center “Ušće” with team offices with great views.

Overview:

We are looking for a Game Mathematician to join us in delivering the next generation of Class 2 and Specialty games.

The Game Mathematician will join our team that is working on the Specialty product line, where we convert/adapt existing slot machine mathematics already released in the casino market, to meet requirements for Specialty jurisdictions. Our games are released in Class 2 (Oklahoma, California, Ontario, and others), Washington State, New York Lottery, and Historical Horse Racing (HHR) jurisdictions (Kentucky and others). This position will get an existing game with pre-existing mathematical logic that needs to be adapted for new markets. Work will be based on migrating existing mathematical calculations by using (analyzing, coding, adapting & improving) in-house developed tools for casino games to Specialty lottery markets. This position requires both mathematical and technical skills, strong focus, and ability to work both individually and with other teams.

You will be part of a Core Studio team which produces games for Specialty lottery markets. Core Studio is based in Reno, Nevada but has game mathematicians, engineers, QA testers and tools team engineers in Belgrade. Very often you will be in contact with colleagues from different studios (in EU, US & Canada) which offer support for tools and mathematical calculations.

In your daily routine, you will work closely with Game Developers, Game Mathematicians, QA, Project Managers, Game Producers as well as with consultants from external laboratories that verify the game before it is released to the market.

Due to our international structure, IGT provides you with a challenging multicultural environment where you can use your initiative and contribute to the realization of the company’s targets. IGT strongly believes in personal development and invests continually in training and coaching.

What you will be working on:

• Using various internally developed tools to adapt/convert mathematics
• Changing the existing mathematical logic, if required, to meet requirements of the new market
• Work together with Game Producer on the tuning of the various payouts of the game
• Work closely with Developers as well as with other teams during the game development lifecycle
• Prepare the necessary mathematical documentation for technical approval, ensuring that jurisdictional requirements are met
• Be the internal contact person for requests and questions concerning game mathematics from the external laboratory
• Actively work on multiple projects concurrently
• Occasional international travel for training and industry events, and possible two weeks travel to the US for training.

Must-haves:

• University degree in Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics or a related field
• Proficiency in C++, C#, Python, Java, or a similar programming language and ability to demonstrate it during our assessment
• Technical English language skills (written and spoken) is required for communication with studios abroad
• Mathematical knowledge of statistics and probability is a must
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Being precise, detailed, and accurate
• Proactive and a team player (cooperating with other teams and having a curious mindset)
• Good communication skills

Nice-to-have:

• Work experience in mathematics, statistics, software engineering, or similar. Gaming industry experience is a big plus

We offer:

• Vibrant and stimulating work environment within Class-A office space
• Flexible working hours with possibility to work remote or from office (hybrid)
• Private health insurance
• Opportunity to learn and further improve your skills
• Opportunity to develop a career within a stable international environment

Our Recruitment Process:

• CV review
• Test – Candidates will be asked to complete different assignments in the area of combinatorics, probability calculation, and Python code optimization of mathematical logic of a game. You will have 7 days to complete the test.
• Interview with Talent Acquisition Partner
• Interview – Interview with team members covering technical and culture fit questions