Lead Game Mathematics Engineer - Hybrid

MERKUR Excellence GmbH; Wien; Hybrid; EUR 58,098 - 71,009; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working time models

Hybrid work model

Minimum salary EUR 64,554 gross/year

Job summary

MERKUR Excellence GmbH in Vienna seeks a Mathematician Gaming to design and optimize advanced game concepts and math models, collaborating with Game Art Directors and cross-functional teams.

You will validate calculations, implement robust gameplay systems, and ensure performance and maintainability while aligning design with technical execution. Requires game development experience, strong math, OO programming, and fluent English; German is a plus. Hybrid work and strong salary offered.

Qualifications

• Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Several years of professional experience in mathematical, systems design, or game development environments.
• Strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
• Excellent English skills (German is an advantage).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with advanced proficiency in Excel.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced game concepts and mechanics with cross-functional teams.
• Create, validate, and optimize complex mathematical models translating design to gameplay systems.
• Design and oversee implementation of game logic across multiple projects for consistency and performance.
• Interface between design, development and production to align mathematical systems with the gameplay vision.
• Lead testing and validation to ensure accuracy of calculations and high-quality player experience.

Skills

Mathematics

OOP

Excel

English

Education

Degree in Mathematics or Computer Science

Tools

None

Job description

MERKUR Excellence GmbH in Vienna seeks a Mathematician Gaming to design and optimize advanced game concepts and math models, collaborating with Game Art Directors and cross-functional teams.

You will validate calculations, implement robust gameplay systems, and ensure performance and maintainability while aligning design with technical execution. Requires game development experience, strong math, OO programming, and fluent English; German is a plus. Hybrid work and strong salary offered.