Scopely
Senior Game Mathematician - Royal Lounge Casino
IN - Bangalore, India. Posted a month ago
The role
You will design and balance slot game mathematics including reel structures, paytables, and reward systems. You will develop mathematical models and simulators using Excel and Java to ensure mathematical integrity and gameplay experience.
What you will do
- Design and balance slot game mathematics including reel structures, paytables, bonus features, and reward systems
- Translate game themes and creative concepts into mathematically feasible slot mechanics
- Balance game pacing, win distributions, bonus features, and reward structures
- Develop and maintain mathematical models, simulators, calculators, and validation tools
- Conduct large-scale simulations to validate theoretical calculations and test edge cases
- Collaborate with Engineering and QA to ensure implemented game logic aligns with mathematical models
- Maintain mathematical accuracy, fairness, and consistency
- Use playtesting feedback and player behavior insights to refine game mechanics
- Prepare and maintain PAR sheets, paytables, probability calculations, and mathematical specifications
- Communicate mathematical concepts and risks to stakeholders
Required qualifications
- 4+ years of experience in game mathematics
- Proficiency in Excel and Java or another relevant programming language
- Working knowledge of Git and Gradle
- Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, object-oriented programming (OOP), and standard software design patterns
- Strong understanding of RTP, volatility, hit frequency, feature frequency, and win distributions
- Experience taking mathematical game concepts through development, simulation, validation, and production release
- Experience using playtesting results, player behavior insights, live-game performance data, and competitor analysis
Nice to have
- designing and balancing casino slot games
About the company
Scopely is a global video game and interactive entertainment company that develops, publishes, and live-operates a diversified portfolio of mobile, web, PC, and console games.