Mathematician

Arrow International, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) matching

Bonus tied to performance

Paid time off including bonus week

Job summary

Arrow International, Inc. in Chicago invites an enthusiastic Game Design Mathematician to join our Chicago studio to develop prize-first math models for our electronic gaming products.

You will translate math concepts into software using C# while collaborating with a game designer, creating data-driven metrics and PAR sheets to guide market-ready designs.

This role offers competitive pay between $70,000 and $90,000 plus annual bonus, profit sharing, 401(k) match, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Data Analysis, or Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Gaming experience highly preferred.
• Experience with C# and Excel.
• Knowledge of Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design slot-style game math models using a prize-first approach.
• Translate concepts into software with C#.
• Develop math metrics for data-driven decision making.
• Create and maintain PAR sheets for game math.

Skills

Mathematics

Data analysis

C#

Software engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Data Analysis/Software Engineering

Tools

C#

Excel

Confluence

JIRA

Bitbucket

Job description

Description

Join the Fun at Arrow International!

Arrow International is the world's #1 maker of charitable gaming products, from pull tabs and bingo paper to cutting-edge electronic gaming systems. Our products power entertainment in social and gaming venues around the globe, and we're growing fast!

We're building a winning culture that’s all about teamwork, passion, and innovation. At Arrow, you're not just another employee, you're part of a high-performing team that’s redefining fun and giving back to communities. We believe in rewarding your hard work with profit-sharing, 401(k) matching, great benefits, and paid time off, including a bonus week every July!

If you're looking for a career that's exciting, meaningful, and full of opportunity, Arrow is the place to be.

Requirements

Position Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Game Design Mathematician based at our Chicago studio. You will work closely with a Game Designer utilizing your math and software skills to develop compelling prize-first math models for Arrow's electronic gaming products.

Salary range commensurate with experience. This role provides competitive benefits including an annual performance bonus, profit sharing program, and a 401K with company match.

The Targeted Pay Range for this role is $70 - $90,000

Primary Roles and Responsibilities

• Design compelling 'slot-style' game math models utilizing prize-first math engine.
• Translate game concepts and mathematical ideas into software using C#.
• Develop and maintain math characteristics metrics to enable data-driven decision-making while iterating on math model design.
• Create and maintain PAR sheets detailing the game math model.
• Develop a working knowledge of North American slot markets, identifying trends ensuring game designs are contemporary and meet market requirements.
• Able to work with the team to align priorities and drive towards solutions, a true team player.
• Passion to create fun games with an engaging player experience.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Grasp of math principles and probability.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in Mathematics/Data Analysis/Software Engineering field or equivalent experience.
• Gaming experience highly preferred.
• Experience with C#.
• Experience with Excel.
• Knowledge of other development tools, for example Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket etc. a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Vision:

• Close vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus
• Peripheral vision
• Ability to distinguish colors

Physical Requirements:

• Stand for long periods of time
• Extensive time in front of LCD's and Electronic Gaming Machine screens
• Repetitive motion to open heavy Electronic Gaming Machine doors

Work Conditions:

• The ability to move between projects with little notice and the ability to adapt quickly
• Overtime and weekend hours may be required to meet project schedules
• Limited travel may be required

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At Arrow International, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are valued and respected. We believe that embracing our differences makes us stronger, more innovative, and better positioned to serve our communities. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and strive to create an environment where everyone feels welcome, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Arrow International is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, train, and promote individuals in all job titles without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, results of genetic testing,

veteran status, or physical or mental disability—except where such disability prevents performance of essential job functions and cannot be reasonably accommodated in accordance with applicable laws.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement

Arrow International is committed to complying with the spirit and requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, participate in the interview process, undergo any pre-employment testing, or otherwise take part in the employee selection process, please contact us at [e-mail].

Arrow International does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party agencies. Resumes submitted without an approved vendor agreement will become the property of Arrow International, and no fees will be paid if the candidate is hired.

To ensure a safe and productive work environment, all candidates who receive a conditional job offer must successfully pass a confidential pre-employment drug screening, which generally consists of a hair drug test, and receive an acceptable result as a condition of employment.