Mathematician

Playson is a leading online gaming supplier with a worldwide recognition which was founded in 2012. We offer complete gaming solutions based on the latest technologies and detailed market analysis for the leading iGaming operators.

We are looking for a Mathematician.

Minimum qualifications:

• University degree in mathematics, computer science, technology, engineering or equivalent working experience.
• Scripting skills, any programming language (Python preferred).
• Good understanding of main programming paradigms.
• Good level of spoken and written English.

Requirements:

• Talent for solving abstract and highly complex math problems.
• High attention to detail: ability to spot even small mistakes in your math models and troubleshoot them.
• Ability to quickly prototype rough ideas.
• Interest in games both from a developer and player point of view.
• Data-driven and analytical mindset in decision-making.
• Motivated by challenges and stretch goals.

As a plus:

• Experience working as a game mathematician in online gambling.
• Strong mathematical intuition, creativity and curiosity.
• Understanding of how slot games work and how to make game mechanics that are fun to play within desired game parameters (RTP, volatility, etc).
• Ability to look at games from players' point of view.
• Practical experience with workflow management tools (Jira), collaboration software (Confluence) and data analytics platforms (Tableau, Google Analytics)

Responsibilities:

• Develop engaging game mathematics and mechanics in collaboration with Product Owners and other Mathematicians.
• Fine tune game mathematics and mechanics into the best possible product.
• Perform simulations of game math to understand how it compares with the desired outcome and with other games in the portfolio.
• Provide competitive game math analysis to reveal valuable insights.
• Analyze risks and determine the probability of wins for player investigations.
• Rapid prototyping of game mechanics to prove the concept.
• Be involved in the game creation process from start to finish.
• Collaborate with development teams, provide game math specifications.
• Be a discussion sparring partner inside our team to help build better products.

Benefits:

• Friendly and inspiring environment in a team of professionals;
• Freedom to express yourself and opportunity of personal professional growth;
• Work on interesting projects;
• Unlimited fruits, coffee, tea, cookies and jokes;
• Business trips;
• Trainings and team-buildings.