Bluberi
Sr. Game Mathematician
Bluberi, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
BLUBERI VALUES:We Are the New SchoolClarity and TransparencyFind It, Fix It, Own ItStandard Operating SuccessEasiest Company to do Business WithIt's A Team SportCelebrate Wins, But Never Be SatisfiedAbout the Company
Headquartered in Las Vegas and backed by more than 25 years of industry experience, Bluberi is an inventive company that is dedicated to developing and delivering the highest quality casino gaming experience to players and operators. Our team is comprised of seasoned, multi-talented innovators who are focused on bringing gaming to life with entertaining games and high-performing cabinets. We are the risk-taking spirit of gambling, and we add imagination and innovation to everything we create.
About the Team
Jackalope Studio in Austin is responsible for the development of entertaining land-based slot machines. The studio is part of Bluberi's R&D department, which includes other development teams in the US and Canada. Our game development team is comprised of enthusiastic and experienced professionals across multiple disciplines including mathematics, visual arts, software engineering, game design, audio engineering, and quality assurance. We work in a hybrid model to ensure effective iteration of creative content on target hardware while providing personal flexibility and work efficiency.
Job Summary:
The Game Mathematician IV supports a team of developers and artists producing casino games by creating fresh game content and iterating on current gameplay formulas, to deliver high quality, captivating and performing games.They also mentor junior mathematicians and support them as they create mathematical models for casino games.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
•Independently evaluate game design to ensure all points (features, frequencies, etc.) are cohesive with an exciting math model given system, mathematical and jurisdictional restraints
•Prepare documentation needed for math models to be implemented in the game software
•Follow rules from the game design to produce the mathematical calculations for features, occasionally providing a simulation in addition to theoretical calculations
•Develop varying math models for different markets, including creating Class 2 math models using in-house tools. Review outcomes for all game specific metrics and make all necessary adjustments
•Provide guidance to the team developing varying math models for different markets, including creating Class 2 math models using in-house tools. Review outcomes for all game specific metrics and make all adjustments needed
•Actively participate in game design of more complex games
•Develop tools to support new complex game mechanics, including Office extensions and/or WPF applications
•Identify technical issues/challenges and develop potential solutions
•Train, transfer knowledge to team members and mentor as needed
•Review all math models through game play as they are implemented to ensure they reflect the correct math model. Make any adjustments as needed to create world class math models
•Provide documentation for certification labs and casinos.
•Validate outcomes in the field or investigate unusual player sessions as requested
•Other projects and duties as assigned by manager
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mathematics or Statistics or relevant experience in lieuFamiliar with and can apply Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Statistics5+ years' experience with Gaming preferredProficiency with C#, C++ or similar languages used to create math validation toolsAdvanced Excel skills, able to create and modify large and complex spreadsheetsGood verbal and written communication skillsGood interpersonal skillsAble to work as part of a team or independentlyStrong organizational skills and attention to detailGood time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesGood analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to travel throughout the United States and Canada to attend and participate in various casino gaming eventsPHYSICAL DEMANDS :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controlsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Headquartered in Las Vegas and backed by more than 25 years of industry experience, Bluberi is an inventive company that is dedicated to developing and delivering the highest quality casino gaming experience to players and operators. Our team is comprised of seasoned, multi-talented innovators who are focused on bringing gaming to life with entertaining games and high-performing cabinets. We are the risk-taking spirit of gambling, and we add imagination and innovation to everything we create.
About the Team
Jackalope Studio in Austin is responsible for the development of entertaining land-based slot machines. The studio is part of Bluberi's R&D department, which includes other development teams in the US and Canada. Our game development team is comprised of enthusiastic and experienced professionals across multiple disciplines including mathematics, visual arts, software engineering, game design, audio engineering, and quality assurance. We work in a hybrid model to ensure effective iteration of creative content on target hardware while providing personal flexibility and work efficiency.
Job Summary:
The Game Mathematician IV supports a team of developers and artists producing casino games by creating fresh game content and iterating on current gameplay formulas, to deliver high quality, captivating and performing games.They also mentor junior mathematicians and support them as they create mathematical models for casino games.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
•Independently evaluate game design to ensure all points (features, frequencies, etc.) are cohesive with an exciting math model given system, mathematical and jurisdictional restraints
•Prepare documentation needed for math models to be implemented in the game software
•Follow rules from the game design to produce the mathematical calculations for features, occasionally providing a simulation in addition to theoretical calculations
•Develop varying math models for different markets, including creating Class 2 math models using in-house tools. Review outcomes for all game specific metrics and make all necessary adjustments
•Provide guidance to the team developing varying math models for different markets, including creating Class 2 math models using in-house tools. Review outcomes for all game specific metrics and make all adjustments needed
•Actively participate in game design of more complex games
•Develop tools to support new complex game mechanics, including Office extensions and/or WPF applications
•Identify technical issues/challenges and develop potential solutions
•Train, transfer knowledge to team members and mentor as needed
•Review all math models through game play as they are implemented to ensure they reflect the correct math model. Make any adjustments as needed to create world class math models
•Provide documentation for certification labs and casinos.
•Validate outcomes in the field or investigate unusual player sessions as requested
•Other projects and duties as assigned by manager
REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's or Advanced degree in Mathematics or Statistics or relevant experience in lieuFamiliar with and can apply Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Statistics5+ years' experience with Gaming preferredProficiency with C#, C++ or similar languages used to create math validation toolsAdvanced Excel skills, able to create and modify large and complex spreadsheetsGood verbal and written communication skillsGood interpersonal skillsAble to work as part of a team or independentlyStrong organizational skills and attention to detailGood time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesGood analytical and problem-solving skillsAbility to travel throughout the United States and Canada to attend and participate in various casino gaming eventsPHYSICAL DEMANDS :
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is also regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controlsSpecific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus