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Mathematician II bei KONAMI GAMING INC

KONAMI GAMING INC · Las Vegas, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite

$87,200.00  -  $115,500.00

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Job Details

Job Location:    Las Vegas - LAS VEGAS, NV
Position Type:    Full Time
Salary Range:    $87200.00 - $115500.00 Salary

Description

Konami Gaming is looking for a Mathematician II to join our team!

The Mathematician is responsible for creating mathematical models for multiple games on a project basis and researching and analyzing games from a statistical perspective. This position also requires flexibility to always act autonomously while adhering to overall department and company policies and procedures.

 

What you'll be doing:

  • Create a math model and resource materials for at least a standard or simple game within a reasonable time frame, utilizing Microsoft Excel, Visual Studio (C#), and Windows based PCs.
  • Create the Math Documentation and provide relevant math data for specific math models autonomously.
  • Create a working version of the math model using Konami’s proprietary C# Math Tool for limited types of games.
  • Create Excel sheets (PARs) which incorporate theoretical calculations proving out math models for regulatory approval and customer-facing information.
  • Proactively looking for problem points and can resolve with some guidance or advice. 
  • Can explain math design parameters in a way that people with minimal to no math knowledge can easily understand them.
  • Ability to work with other departments to explain mathematical data.
  • Works with Software Engineer to ensure accuracy of software and math model via Monte Carlo simulations and prize forces.
  • Analyze and calculate statistics for existing or new games and report findings to support Math and Producer team needs.
  • Assist 3rd party Math Design, as needed.
  • Autonomously research gaming trends and new products through visiting casino floors, reviewing gaming journals, reading press releases, visiting gaming shows and field research trips.
  • Understand the minimum requirements for a math model to be approved in all required jurisdictions and ensure each math model meets regulations both internal as well as industry.
  • Understands Games R&D's fundamental math direction and can create a math model following the general direction as well as satisfy all given game specific directions with some guidance.
  • Minimal number of errors on mathematical documents reported from SQA or regulator. This includes grammar, formatting and mathematical.
  • Can complete a simple task (e.g. statistical analysis, listing games having a potential issue with a new regulation, etc.) within a reasonable time frame.
  • Ability to perform requested tasks with supervision.
  • Can handle creating multiple math models or other tasks by prioritizing daily tasks with last-minute tasks to ensure all meet required deadlines.
  • Can effectively foresee possible deadline issues and communicate in a timely manner to allow for adjusting. 
  • Can communicate to other Games R&D groups in functional job area.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

 

Konami Offers

  • Competitive Wages
  • Great 401(k) plan with company match
  • Comprehensive health benefits package
  • Generous Company paid Holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Tuition reimbursement program

About Konami Gaming, Inc.:

For Players. For Operators. For Each Other.

Konami Gaming, Inc. entered the US gaming market in the 2000s and we have spent the last two decades moving the industry forward with breakthrough games, head turning cabinets, and a casino management system that brings it all together. Over that time, we have garnered our share of awards and established a corporate culture of success and innovation.

A world leader in systems and game development, Konami can offer you the best of both worlds - stability within a dynamic, creative environment. We are excited to announce that Konami Gaming Inc. is growing and expanding into new product lines, including premium and standard games, and new market segments. As we enter a new growth period for the Company, we are expanding our reach to attract top talent in game studio operations, technology and product development.

Qualifications


What we'll want you to have:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics/Statistics or equivalent experience; clear understanding of statistics and probability.
  • Minimum 1-2 years related experience in gaming industry or professional programming experience preferred.
  • Ability to communicate professionally and efficiently, both verbal and written with all levels of the business.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain Gaming licensure(s).
  • Minimum intermediate level understanding and usage of Microsoft Office products with an emphasis on Excel. 
  • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents and governmental regulations. 
  • Must be able to obtain and retain gaming licensure.
  • Ability to develop expertise in slot game mechanics.
  • C# is mandatory for operation in this position.

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Position must attend monthly Field Research trips to casinos, tradeshows, or as needed. Must be able to tolerate areas containing varying noise and temperature levels, illumination, vibration, crowds, and air quality. Must be able to tolerate areas containing secondhand smoke.

 

Work Environment:

  • Full-time / 40+ hours per week. Must be flexible to work overtime, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
  • Must be comfortable working in an area with limited working space for long hours with the ability to remain seated at computer terminal for extended periods of time. Extreme repetitive motion using keyboard, mouse, and telephone. Must be able to work at assigned location to enable direct communications and interactions with team members, management, and others as necessary, unless traveling for a business-related purpose.
  • Ability to work effectively and efficiently in a high-stress, fast-paced, and high-pressure environment while maintaining high standards of accuracy, paying attention to detail, and meeting assigned deadlines. Demonstrates high integrity, trust, and strict confidentiality. Ability to maintain excellent communication and a positive, respectful, and professional attitude and relationship with clients, employees, peers, co-workers, all levels of management, and all outside organizations conducting business or otherwise interacting with the company. Ability to always act autonomously while adhering to overall department and company policies and procedures.
  • Position shall work primarily in a smoke free office environment. The noise level is low to moderate. Position shall maintain a cubicle or office in close proximity to other cubicles and offices. 

 

Konami Gaming is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 702-616-1400 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

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