Game Mathematician II

Bluberi Gaming USA•Reno, NV

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

Bluberi is seeking a highly motivated individual who has a passion for mathematics and slot machines to be part of Pi Studio in Reno, Nevada. The Mathematician II supports a team of developers and artists producing video casino games by creating fresh game content and iterating on current gameplay formulas, to deliver high-quality, captivating, and performing games.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics or Statistics or relevant experience in lieu.
Demonstrated knowledge and application of Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Statistics.
3+ years’ experience with game development.
Advanced knowledge of the casino gaming industry
Demonstrated proficiency with C#, WPF and .NET Core/.NET.
Competent with version control systems, such as Git and SVN.
Advanced Excel skills, able to create and adapt large and complex spreadsheets.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Can modulate information to different development domains.
Demonstrates effective presentation skills.
Strong people skills.
Must work well with creative conflict in a consensus-based, collaborative environment.
Shows dedication to continuous learning and contributes to improving the studio and organization.
Spends regular time on self-improvement that provides value to the organization.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrates and champions Bluberi values around teamwork, ownership, and transparency.
Strong organizational skills and can manage work across multiple projects at a time.
Shows attention to detail and quickly absorbs and recalls new information.
Able to contribute to the effective organization, storage, and dissemination of studio documents and assets.
Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Bring energy to every conversation.

Responsibilities

Creation and validation of game math and supporting tools
Independently develop math models for different markets, including, but not limited to Class III, Class II.
Review outcomes for all game-specific metrics and adjust models as needed to hit targets.
Ensure parity of model and game experience across different markets.
Guide proper implementation of math into game builds and systems through clear documentation and discussions.
Participate in continuous improvements to math processes.
Provide solutions that increase game functionality and design capabilities.
Complete required documentation for certification labs and operators.
Responsible for quick and accurate responses to field issues on games released by their studio.
Independently develop in-house simulations and theoretical calculations.
Assist other mathematicians by evaluating math outcomes, scripts, and proofs for games at any stage of conception and development.
Use existing math tools competently to generate math files.
Support new complex game mechanics by developing or evolving tools, such as Office extensions and WPF applications.
Participate in strategic planning to expand tool capabilities and define functional requirements.
Lead idea generation and conceptualization efforts.
Contribute to game design efforts for complex games.
Responsible for creating and evaluating math proofs early in design that validate feasibility.
Evaluate game design to ensure all points (features, frequencies, etc.) are cohesive with an exciting math model given system, mathematical, and jurisdictional restraints.
Recommend creative solutions to detected issues.
Regularly review games in development and provide feedback at milestones.
Demonstrate expert knowledge of current and past products.
Lead competitive market research to inform game design and implementations.