Math Analyst

Gaming-Lab; Bangor; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 holidays

Pension plan

Annual discretionary bonus

Monthly team lunches

On-site parking

Job summary

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) in Bangor, North Wales, seeks a Math Analyst entry-level candidate with a strong math background to analyze casino game probabilities and RNG behavior. You will work closely with the Engineering team, writing and testing code, analyzing data, and documenting results to ensure game quality before market release.

The role emphasizes probability, statistics, combinatorics, and programming in C++, with opportunities to grow within a global leader in gaming

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or closely related discipline.
• Associate degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or 2+ years of equivalent experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Test and perform math analyses to calculate features of games.
• Write programs or scripts to parse large data files for testing.
• Conduct statistical testing on game simulations and RNG data.
• Read and interpret jurisdictional requirements with appropriate consultation.
• Review, document, and report testing results and analyses.

Skills

Probability

Statistics

Combinatorics

C++

OO design

Excel

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Associate degree considered

Tools

Regex

Java

Job description

Math Analyst

Location; In office, Bangor , North Wales

See applied probabilities come to life as your work plays out on the casino floor. Casino gaming is more exciting than ever, with many games looking like action-packed video games. As Math Analyst, you’ll get a hands-on preview of these exciting new games before they hit the market.
Working closely with the Engineering team,the Math Analyst devotes their time to finding solutions and fixing mistakes to ensure that each game works properly. This position is an entry-level opportunity for a graduate with a math background to apply their knowledge of probability, statistics and programming into a real-world application and working in standard game analysis, strategy game analysis, and/or random number generator (RNG) analysis.

Who We Are… We have been in the gaming industry for over 37 years but pride ourselves on looking forward. GLI is on the cutting edge of casino gaming technology and regulation, guiding clients through a dynamic, ever-changing landscape. We offer the stability of a global leader to both our clients and employees around the world.

Why You Should Work Here… Our many talented employees are the key to our success as a market leader. In addition to competitive salaries and benefits and the opportunity to engage with team members around the globe, we consistently invest in and support employee development so that you can continue to grow and succeed as you reach your full potential.

What You Will Accomplish Here…

A career with GLI opens up new pathways to success. As a worldwide market leader, we offer stability, along with a commitment to fostering your unique talents, allowing you to grow from entry-level to an expert in the field.The Math Analyst’s main focus will be on the following:

Testing and Math Analysis

• Writing programs and performing other analyses to calculate needed mathematical features of games.
• Writing programs or scripts to manipulate, parse or reorganize large data files into standard formats for testing.
• Conducting and interpreting statistical testing on game simulation results and on RNG data.
• Reading and interpreting jurisdictional requirements, consulting appropriately for interpretation.
• Test Harness Method - Parsing, experience of Groovy coding or Java plus knowledge of Regex would be desirable.

Reviewing and Documenting

• Reading and modifying programs and analyses developed by others to meet testing needs.
• Reviewing, understanding, and documenting source code written in various languages.
• Writing project reports by summarizing the testing conducted and the results.
• Carefully reviewing analysis work conducted by others for accuracy.

Communicating Externally and Internally

• Working with external clients, communicating professionally and courteously on topics of a technical nature
• Effectively communicating and collaborating with other members of the Math Department and other employees

Experience, Education, Skills, and Credentials:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline
• Associate degree inMathematics, Statistics, Computer Science,or2+ years of equivalent experience may be considered;Certification, formal training, or experience may also be evaluated and considered in lieu of educational requirements
• Must have knowledge of Probability, Statistics, and Combinatorics
• Knowledge of a modern, object-oriented programming language such as C++, including appropriate use of object-oriented design is required
• Must understand core programming concepts and techniques
• Knowledge of Microsoft Excel is required
• Must have the ability to communicate, both orally and written, with other members of the team and external contacts
• Ability to handle and organize multiple projects and deadlines is required
• Must demonstrate a high degree of attention to quality, details, and correctness
• Must be able to pass a thorough background investigation

We offer excellent paid benefits that include

• 25 holidays per year, plus Bank Holidays
• Pension Plan
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Monthly team lunches
• Opportunity to work in a diverse workplace with 48 different nationalities
• Free on-site parking

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) is a gaming company.Any of our employees may be required to obtain a gaming license within one or all of the gaming jurisdictions. If you are requested by GLI to obtain a gaming license, your continued employment may be contingent on your ability to obtain that gaming license.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job.The incumbent may be requested to perform other job-related task and responsibilities than those stated above.

GLI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.