igaminghunt - Senior Game Mathematician

• 5+ years of professional experience in slot game mathematics within a game provider or development studio, rather than an operator • Track record of at least 10 commercially released slot titles, preferably including games with demonstrated market success • Extensive knowledge of probability, combinatorics, and statistical modelling, with the ability to apply these principles to complex slot mechanics • Proven ability to build complete mathematical models around defined targets, including RTP, volatility, hit rate, maximum exposure, payout distribution, and feature contribution • Practical expertise in balancing different slot formats and mechanics, including Megaways, cluster pays, grid slots, bonus buys, jackpots, free spins, multipliers, and cascading features • Strong understanding of reel and paytable configuration, bonus buy and ante bet mathematics, and multiple RTP variants, with the ability to balance feature frequency, payout sizes, and overall player experience • Advanced experience in mathematical validation and high-volume simulations, including analytical RTP verification, Monte Carlo methods involving billions of spins, variance analysis, confidence intervals, and convergence assessment • Familiarity with gaming certification standards and testing procedures, including requirements associated with GLI, BMM, eCOGRA, iTech Labs, and preparation of mathematical reports and PAR sheets • Ability to independently manage mathematical development throughout the complete game lifecycle, from initial design to final certification • Degree in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or a related discipline, preferably at Master's level or above • Previous involvement in building or improving proprietary slot math engines or simulation frameworks • Knowledge of mathematical optimization techniques, including genetic algorithms, simulated annealing, and linear programming, for automated adjustment of reels and paytables • Experience designing mathematical models for crash games, instant-win products, or other alternative gaming formats • Understanding of the interaction between mathematical models, game clients, and backend systems • Fluent English for technical documentation, collaboration with international stakeholders, and communication with testing laboratories or regulators • Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate complex mathematical concepts into practical explanations for non-mathematical colleagues • Willingness and ability to mentor junior and mid-level mathematicians and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team • Would be a plus • Proficiency in at least one programming language: Python, C++, C#, Rust, Java, or Go • Experience developing high-performance simulation software, including multithreading, performance optimization, and large-scale data processing • Familiarity with Git, automated testing, and code review practices, as well as software architecture principles such as modularity, well-defined interfaces, and deterministic simulation results • Contributions to industry research, professional publications, conferences such as ICE, SiGMA, or G2E, or relevant technical communities