Math Analyst I (SIM) - South Africa

Gaming Laboratories International, LLC; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Aid Contribution

Provident Fund Contribution

20 Days Paid Time Off (per year)

Annual Discretionary Bonus

Anniversary Reward Bonus

Educational Assistance Program

Additional Mental Health Benefits

Job summary

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) South Africa invites a Math Analyst I to join our on-site Midrand team. You will write programs and analyses to model game features, parse large data for testing, and interpret RNG results to support casino gaming.

You’ll review code, document findings, and collaborate with clients and the Math Department to ensure quality. Ideal candidates hold a relevant degree, have strong probability knowledge, and are proficient in C++ and Excel, with the ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• Associate degree or 2+ years of equivalent experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of Probability, Statistics, and Combinatorics.
• C++ programming experience and OO design knowledge.
• Understanding of core programming concepts and techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication skills with team and external contacts.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Attention to quality, detail, and accuracy.
• Able to pass a thorough background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Write programs and analyses to calculate mathematical features of games.
• Parse or reorganize large data files into testing formats.
• Conduct and interpret statistical tests on simulations and RNG data.
• Read and interpret jurisdictional requirements.
• Modify and review programs and analyses to meet testing needs.
• Review, understand, and document source code in various languages.
• Write project reports summarizing testing results.
• Communicate with external clients and team members professionally.

Skills

Probability & Statistics

Communication

Time management

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline

Associate degree or 2+ years of equivalent experience may be considered; certification or training may be evaluated

Tools

C++

Microsoft Excel

Job description

South Africa - Math Analyst I

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.

Who We Are…

We have been in the gaming industry for over 30 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.

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 in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or 2+ 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 have an understanding of 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

Location:

On-site in our Midrand office

Schedule:

Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 40 hours per week.

Benefits

• Medical Aid Contribution
• Provident Fund Contribution
• 20 Days Paid Time Off (per year)
• Annual Discretionary Bonus
• Anniversary Reward Bonus
• Educational Assistance Program
• Additional Mental Health Benefits through our Employee Assistance Program

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.

For positions based in South Africa, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups in line with the company’s Employment Equity plan and EAP targets.