Game Mathematician I — Hybrid Chicago Casino Math

IGT; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Hybrid work model

Career development

Job summary

IGT in Chicago, IL is seeking a Game Mathematician to shape player experience by designing the mathematical models behind our casino games. This role involves collaboration across the full development lifecycle within a hybrid work setup connected to the Chicago office.

The candidate will develop models for RTP, volatility, and game behavior, document math models, and validate results using Excel and simulations.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of game mathematics experience for real-money casino games.
• Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, statistics, physics, or a related field.
• Strong MS Excel skills and basic programming knowledge (C++, C#, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Design and analyze mathematical models behind games and RTP/volatility.
• Develop math for original titles for digital or land-based games.
• Produce clear mathematical documentation of models and logic.
• Test and validate game outcomes using Excel, simulations, and internal tools.
• Provide mathematical insights to support cross-functional teams.

Skills

Game mathematics

Excel

C/C++

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics/statistics/physics

Tools

C#

Job description

IGT in Chicago, IL is seeking a Game Mathematician to shape player experience by designing the mathematical models behind our casino games. This role involves collaboration across the full development lifecycle within a hybrid work setup connected to the Chicago office.

The candidate will develop models for RTP, volatility, and game behavior, document math models, and validate results using Excel and simulations.