Location:Salford, GB, M5 3EA
Requisition ID: 17886
Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com.
Overview
We are expanding our team and seeking a passionate, talented, and driven experienced game designer to join us. In this position you will be creating the math and game mechanics behind our digital instant win gaming products. Instant win is a fast moving and highly visible product within our organization.
We have a collaborative and fast-paced environment where you will work closely with game producers, mathematicians and other team members in the creation of games for an international audience.
You enjoy calculating, designing, and implementing mathematical concepts, which is the core of our games and a critical factor for success in our markets.
If you have the vision, energy, and passion for creating the next generation of instant win games, we would like to hear from you.

QUALIFICATIONS

Desired Skills

• Experience in Slot Game or Instant Win Game mathematics
• Strong knowledge of game mechanics
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics or similar
• Python coding background
• Strong understanding of probability theory
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• A meticulous eye for accuracy and detail is an essential requirement.
• Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving abilities
• An advanced user of MS Excel, creating and adapting large and complex spreadsheets

Advantageous skills

• Strong enthusiasm for games in general and instant win & slot games in particular

• Creating game maths models in a variety of methods, including Excel, Python programming, and various proprietary tools.
• Providing clear Game Design documentation detailing game mechanics
• Developing flexible and custom prize structures to meet the requirements of our customers
• Thinking creatively to develop new, innovative and viable instant win game ideas
• Presenting ideas and improvements to enhance our instant win gaming products
• Develop a strong knowledge of games and game features in the marketplace