Games Designer

Aristocrat • Reno, NV

414d • Remote

About The Position

The Games Designer at Aristocrat plays a crucial role in the development of both land-based and social-first games, focusing on the creation of new game concepts for the iGaming and Real Money Gaming (RMG) portfolio. This position involves overseeing mathematical operations and production outputs for games, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring the delivery of innovative gaming experiences.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Game Design & Mathematics with strong understanding of slots (land or online).
• Strong understanding of mathematical concepts in gaming.
• Proven ability to create game concepts and math models.
• Proven ability to create and manage game simulation and/or calculation programs.
• Proven ability to work in teams, with managers and other disciplines.
• Consistently meets deadlines and expectations when shipping expectations to other departments.
• Ability to develop award-winning, next-generation games.
• Expertise in different gambling concepts and styles.
• Proven ability to deliver product on schedule.
• Strong communication skills.
• Possess high integrity and exceptional work ethic.
• Foster mutual trust and respect, and is an excellent team player.
• Initiate and drive projects to completion with minimal guidance.
• Comfortable with ambiguity; welcomes the challenge of developing new ideas and approaches in a semi-unstructured environment.
• Ability to both work independently and be team-oriented.
• Meets challenges consistently and confidently with energy and drive. Motivated by results, urgency, and personal commitment.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the creation and review of original mathematical models and new game themes for online Real Money Games, with an emphasis on slot games.
• Oversees and participates in the creation and review of existing land- and social-first math models and game themes as they're adapted for the online Real Money Environment.
• Develop and review new progressive & bonusing systems and meta game features.
• Partner with other game designers in conducting and verifying mathematic calculations.
• Produce or review documentation for regulators describing reel strips and math models.
• Creates and/or reviews reel strips and combination sheets, including relevant simulation or calculation programs in your language of choice (C++ / C# preferred).
• Partner with artists and animators to create unique environments and gaming concepts.
• Maintain current knowledge of house style documents.
• Understand market requirements, identify trends and opportunities, and assess the competitive environment to aid in the development of Aristocrat's iGaming product portfolio.
• Monitor the competitive landscape and measure product performance to identify key areas of improvement.
• Partner closely with other Aristocrat studios & game designers to optimize and execute their games for the RMG market.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees