senior game mathematician - Montreal, Canada - PearFiction Studios

Description

We are looking for a passionate SENIOR GAME MATHEMATICIAN to join our math team.

Primary responsibilities of this position include developing math models for slot machines, producing and maintaining PAR sheets, playtesting games in development, all while maintaining a laser focus on creating the best possible player experience.

Slot Math has no secrets for you. You love great Slot Games and the math models behind them. You want to help develop the highest-quality games in the industry.

We Want You Join our team and let's make great games together


MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:
Create math models based on specification documents
Create and maintain PAR sheets
Help with a playable prototype creation
Debug RTP together with our development team
Collaborate with the Head of Game Design and other Mathematicians to create the best possible player experience
Work closely with the Game Owner, Art Director, and Developers to ensure the final game Math is integrated according to the agreed vision
Set and share best practices, tools, production pipelines and workflows within the Math team
Follows the game development, playtest the math models and ensure that it is implemented according to the Math design specifications
Participate in the Math development process of improvement
Supervise all Math documents delivered by the Math team
Ability to work under pressure
Provide feedback to the company's management team
Perform other tasks as required


ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, mathematics, statistics, or other related discipline
Deep knowledge of Online Slot games and Math models
Strong track-record of leading Slot Game Math Design with the successful production of impactful slot games
3+ years of slot game math development

Software development experience:
Java, C#

Version control systems, preferably git
Highly organized, experienced in running multiple projects and delivering to tight deadlines
Passionate in whatever you do and want to make a difference in the iGaming Industry
Strong English written and verbal communication skills
Leadership attitude and not afraid to get your hands dirty
Excellent teamwork skills and ability to adapt
Research, play, and study casino games to stay up-to-date with market trends and competition
Highly organized, experienced in running multiple projects and delivering to tight deadlines


DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE:
Slot Nerd or Casino Game Geek
Currently holding a position of Senior Game Mathematician at an established online casino games studio
Good knowledge of casino games and real money gaming compliance, jurisdictions, trends, and regulatory bodies
Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn and stay abreast of online casino game trends and developments/standards
Open to challenges of learning new languages, technologies, frameworks and approaches to Math development
Bilingual (French and English) is an asset
Experience working with project tracking tools such as JIRA

Preference will be given for candidates who are in Montreal, Canada and/or who are able to relocate. Preference will also be given for candidates with experience in developing online casino games.