Participate and contribute in the game design and invention process.
Mentor junior level Mathematicians.
Work with engineers to ensure correct implementation of math models.
Deliver high quality work as scheduled in accordance with the game design and product requirements.
Create computer simulation and analysis of existing and new math models.
Maintain an understanding of competitive products and technology.
Be passionate, motivated, and excited about what we do!
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics/Statistics or Computer Science preferred. Bachelor’s degree in EE or Physics or other scientific fields with a strong mathematical background considered.
Experience
5+ years of experience in the mathematics of gaming.
3+ years of experience with C++, C#, Python or similar object-oriented programming language.
Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Visual Studio.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Expert knowledge of probability.
Expert knowledge of gaming math models.
Must enjoy working in a creative environment.
Knowledge of programming languages, software development, design patterns and object-oriented programming.
Ability to create spreadsheets and software simulations to verify math models.
Ability to identify, research, and solve gaming related problems.
Ability to interface and communicate with other members of the game development staff.
Ability to bring projects to completion with minimal supervision.
Good written and verbal communication skills and a high level of interpersonal skills.
Must be a self-motivated team player with the ability to work in a customer-oriented, very fast-paced, demanding, and deadline-driven environment.
Physical Requirements
Office environment
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Conditions
Light & Wonder, Inc. and its affiliates (collectively, “L&W”) are engaged in the highly regulated gaming business. As a result, L&W employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, and/or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts. To ensure L&W complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, L&W requires all of its employees to meet those requirements necessary to fulfill their individual roles. As a prerequisite to employment with L&W (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to L&W conducting due diligence and a background investigation on you.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.
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