Junior Game Mathematician

PokerStars; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading gaming company in Solihull is seeking a Junior Game Mathematician to develop math models and design engaging online games. You’ll work closely with product teams while enjoying a hybrid work schedule. Ideal candidates have a passion for gaming, strong statistical math skills, and a willingness to grow in programming. Attractive salary and benefits including 30 days paid leave, health insurance, and personal development opportunities are provided.

Benefits

Discretionary annual performance bonus

Health and dental insurance

30 days paid leave

Training and learning opportunities

Cash gift for new family additions

Online discount scheme

Qualifications

• Proficient in probability and statistical mathematics.
• Genuine interest in gaming and interactive entertainment.
• Ability to learn complex requirements into game math models.

Responsibilities

• Create math models, reel strips, and pay tables.
• Perform statistical analysis of casino games.
• Work with product team to design new slots games.

Skills

Probability and statistical mathematics

Effective communication skills

C/C++ programming skills

Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming

Interest in interactive entertainment

Tools

JavaScript

HTML

Job description

Job title: Junior Game Mathematician

Location: Solihull, UK

Overview

We are looking for a Junior Game Mathematician to join us in an exciting time of growth and potential, delivering games to new and existing markets and jurisdictions. Core Gaming is an instrumental part of the Flutter Studios roadmap to make an exciting array of games that draw in fresh players. With many benefits and a wonderful team working at Core Gaming, you will become part of an exciting company with a great future.

Part of the Flutter Group, Core Gaming is a leading developer of JavaScript games specifically produced to give the absolute best user experience possible on desktop and all the most popular mobile devices, operating systems, and current browsers. Utilising our vast industry knowledge and ability in multiple platform integration and deployment, we have created an efficient, flexible, and adaptable framework designed to keep us at the forefront of gaming development technology for many years to come.

This role follows a hybrid approach to working, allowing you to combine working from home with working in our modern offices. These discussions are between you and your manager to find the best pattern for you both, while recognising that quality time together is essential for keeping us mission-aligned.

What you\'ll do

An opportunity to join an established, multi-disciplined team supplying game design, development and integration for the highest-profile online casinos, brand owners and games software providers in the world.

• Help create math models, reel strips and pay tables
• Understand and communicate to colleagues your work and learn what it takes to have an effective game profile
• Learn how to perform statistical analysis of casino games including hit frequency, win frequency and volatility
• Learn and understand program game simulations to verify math designs
• Work with the product team to help design and concept new slots games, statistics and mechanics
• Work with engine/front end developers and product managers to gain experience of tight development cycles
• Report to the Head of Product and work with the Senior Game Mathematicians
• Work with the team to help with research and development into new markets and regions

What you\'ll bring

• Proficient level of ability in probability and statistical mathematics.
• Help the mathematics team conduct investigations into live situations.
• Conducts competitive analysis and studies performance of live games in the market.
• Genuine interest in interactive entertainment such as gaming, games, gambling, betting.
• The ability to learn complex requirements and convert them into solid game math models, simulations and PARS, quickly and accurately.
• Effective communication skills and the ability to express game math design in written and verbal form.
• An appetite to gain knowledge of C/C++ programming skills

Preferred

• Knowledge of Object-Oriented Programming experience.
• JavaScript and HTML programming skills.
• A keen interest in online/mobile gaming trends.

Process Improvement

• Help with live mathematical statistic changes with other members of the team.
• Help Document and standardise our game mathematics to ensure best practices.
• Look for and convey improvement opportunities in our day-to-day workflows though new or existing processes.

It\'s ok if you don\'t think you tick every box on this list. We love people who want to challenge themselves and are passionate about what they do. If you believe you can contribute in some areas and are eager to learn, we encourage you to apply.

Why choose us

Aside from a generous base salary, we have a fantastic benefits & rewards program that is designed to encourage personal and career development.

• Discretionary annual performance bonus
• 30 days paid leave
• Health and dental insurance for you, your partner and your children (if you all live at the same address)
• Personal life insurance and income protection
• The option to join our company pension scheme
• A personal interest allowance to let you learn something new or pursue a hobby
• External learning support of up to £2,000 or equivalent in local currency, dedicated 4 learning "Power Hours" every month during office time, full access to the Udemy and Mindtools platforms, in-house leadership program and many other training opportunities for developing your skills and progressing your career
• Looking to extend your family? You will receive a cash gift of £1,000 for your new addition whilst working for us
• 26 weeks primary carer leave at 100% pay & 4 weeks secondary carer leave pay at 100% pay
• Online Discount Scheme, including discounted shopping and cinema vouchers

Equal opportunities

At Flutter International we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our people can be their authentic selves and thrive. We embrace and celebrate diversity, respecting all our uniqueness and differences. We welcome you to let us know whether you have any accessibility needs. All you need to do is email us at [e-mail]. Your journey with us is focused on ensuring you have what you need to be your best self. Learn more about the works we are doing on Inclusion and Belonging here: careers.flutterinternational.com/working-at-flutter-international/diversity-equity-inclusion/

The group

Flutter International is a proud member of the Flutter Entertainment family, a global leader in sports betting, iGaming, and entertainment. We are listed on the FTSE 100 index and the NYSE. We operate in over 100 global markets across 28 offices worldwide and offer sports betting, casino, poker, rummy and lottery. Our focus is on responsible and sustainable gaming, supported by a team of over 8,000 colleagues.