Associate Manager, Mathematics

Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it's all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.

Are you ready to turn your passion for math and creativity into unforgettable gaming experiences?

We're looking for a Lead Mathematician who can take center stage in crafting the math models that make slot games engaging and fun. In this role, you'll not only create and validate the math behind our games but also inspire and guide a team of talented mathematicians, collaborating with game designers and engineers to bring new ideas to life. This is your chance to make an impact in the gaming world while working in a creative, dynamic environment where your expertise and vision truly matter.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• You'll lead a team of passionate, like-minded individuals who share your excitement for crafting extraordinary games.

• Collaborate with some of the best designers and engineers in the industry to create innovative game mechanics.

• Use your expertise in math, programming, and problem-solving to design experiences that players will love.

• Thrive in an environment where creativity, innovation, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

What You'll Do:

• Create the Magic: Design and proof math models that bring slot games to life, ensuring the probabilities and player returns are spot-on through theoretical calculations and simulations.

• Lead with Vision: Guide and mentor a team of mathematicians, keeping them motivated, focused, and engaged while managing priorities to deliver outstanding results.

• Collaborate to Innovate: Work closely with game designers, software engineers, and testers to develop and refine game mechanics, ensuring math models meet design goals and regulatory requirements.

• Shape the Future: Brainstorm and evaluate new game ideas, exploring their mathematical potential to push the boundaries of what's possible in gaming.

• Be a Mentor: Share your expertise with junior mathematicians, helping them grow into leaders of tomorrow.

• Stay Ahead of the Game: Keep a pulse on industry trends, competitive products, and emerging technologies to ensure our games remain innovative and exciting.

• 5+ years of experience in applied mathematics, probability, or combinatorics.

• 2+ years of experience leading teams, managing mathematicians, or driving math/design direction on projects.

• Proven experience in the gaming industry, ideally casino experience.

• Strong skills in C++, C#, or similar object-oriented programming languages, as well as proficiency in Microsoft Excel.

• Familiarity with Windows programming environments, including Visual Studio.

• A team player with excellent communication skills, a knack for multitasking, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, creative environment.

What Sets You Apart:

• A passion for creating games that captivate and entertain.

• An ability to inspire and motivate your team while fostering a collaborative, positive environment.

• A creative mindset paired with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• A drive to explore new ideas and challenge the status quo.

Why Join Us?

This isn't just a job - it's a chance to be part of a world-class team shaping the future of gaming. Whether you're brainstorming groundbreaking game mechanics or mentoring the next generation of talent, your contributions will leave a lasting impact. If you're ready to elevate your career and help us create unforgettable experiences for players worldwide, we'd love to hear from you.

Let's make something extraordinary together.

Light & Wonder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants due to race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. If you'd like more information about your equal employment opportunity rights as an applicant under the law, please click here for EEOC Poster.