Game Mathematician

At Light & Wonder, we specialize in delivering world‑class iGaming content and innovative software to the leading online gaming providers worldwide. Our digital team drives the global iGaming market, crafting engaging games and powerful platforms that set industry standards.

You will have experience creating successful iGaming releases as a mathematician, with a deep understanding of the industry and a broad knowledge of competitor games. You will see a project from inception to completion, working closely with the Game Production Manager to enhance player experiences as Light & Wonder advances its 2026/27 roadmap and beyond. You will be a key contributor to meetings on game design, development, tooling, project management, and compliance.

Confidence in communication skills and the ability to work remotely via video conferencing is a must.

• Develop game design techniques and encourage innovation within the team.
• Collaborate with the compliance team and the RTP monitoring team to ensure the best processes are in place to oversee compliance of our games.
• Consult with other iGaming Creative Studios teams regarding BI/Data, game design, QA, project planning, and game development.
• Work with game designers and mathematicians to develop proof of concept and feasible math models. Set an example to other mathematicians.
• Work with game engineers to ensure the correct implementation of math models.
• Deliver high quality work as scheduled in accordance with the game design and product requirements.
• Maintain an understanding of competitive products and technology.
• Develop and prove math models for games that demonstrate game probabilities and RTP via theoretical calculation and/or Monte Carlo simulation.
• Engage in continuous retroactive analysis of games.
• Be passionate, motivated, and excited about what we do.
• Over a year’s experience in the iGaming space is desirable, but relevant experience elsewhere in gaming or social gaming will be considered.
• Experience with programming simulations, engines or similar in C++, C#, Python, or other language required.
• Confident using Excel.
• Good written and verbal English communication skills with a high level of interpersonal skills.
• Must be a self‑motivated team player with the ability to work in a customer‑oriented, fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

• Educated to a Bachelor’s degree level in a STEM subject, or relevant industry experience required.

• This position is hybrid, with those living within 30 miles of the office attending 2 days a week, and others visiting occasionally. Occasional travel to other offices may be required in all cases.

• Competitive benefits, an open and supportive environment as well as a modern and exciting workplace.
• The opportunity to interact with global teams on a regular basis.
• Tangible and genuine development – at Light & Wonder, you can take your career where you want it to go.
• Stunning work location and flexible working practices.
• Guidance and development skills to progress quickly and enhance your career.