Game Mathematician Ii

Location: Moncton, CA, E1H 2R6
- Requisition ID: 16585

**Overview**:
**Responsibilities**:
Develop and write game math logic including coding integration into math engine with oversight.
Adapt game logic to assigned market for conversions by collaboration with origination mathematician and/or review of original game math logic.
Thoroughly document game math logic and maintain in designated location throughout the game development process.
Contribute to the independent game verification or peer review processes including calculation programs or simulations to verify accuracy of game logic.
Communicate the game math logic to the quality engineer team prior to internal QA validation by hand-off meetings and documentation/reports.
Data analytics through use of statistical tools and techniques to analyze field data, identify optimal game features, and leverage process control.
Field and address customer requests and concerns related to game function and math logic.
Seek out support, feedback, best practices, and market insights from mathematician team members and others involved in the game development process.

**Qualifications**:
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Computer science (or equivalent math-oriented degree with strong mathematical skills).
Expertise in Combinatorics, Probability Theory, and Statistics.
Prior experience with data analytics, visualizations of data, and/or proficiency in excel.
Fluency in a programming language (e.g., python, C++, C#, VBA, etc.) and aptitude willingness to learn advanced programming techniques.
Detail-oriented and can prioritize and work on multiple projects at a time.
Must be able to work interdependently in collaborative team environment.
Must be able to clearly explain and present technical and non-technical ideas.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree or higher in mathematics or equivalent degree.
1-4 years leveraging applied math techniques or design and development of game math.
Background in advanced probability theory, dynamical systems, dynamic programming, graph theory, or game theory.
Extensive experience with mathematical model building.
Ability to build and maintain working relationships.

**Keys to Success**:

- Building collaborative relationships
- Decision making
- Drive results
- Foster innovation
- Personal energy
- Self-leadership

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