Game Mathematician

About the role

NetEnt is looking for an experienced Game Mathematician or Game Math Designer with some programming experience. The role combines mathematical modelling and programming to imagine, concept and create game prototypes. It is a 100% on-site position based in Stockholm, Sweden.

Key responsibilities

• Drive the creative process in game concepting from a mathematics and game design perspective, alongside game teams and Product Owners
• Improve the team's creative processes in game concepting
• Build games together with Product Owners and Game Teams
• Implement algorithms for solving statistical and combinatorial problems
• Implement game logic
• Investigate techniques such as optimization methods to solve old challenges in new ways

Required profile

• Gaming industry experience as a designer or equivalent, having worked on recognizable titles
• University degree in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science or equivalent
• Strong mathematical intuition and talent for solving abstract, complex problems
• Active interest in gaming and in how math models relate to player behaviour
• Fluent spoken and written English

Required skills

• Proficiency in a programming language and good understanding of programming paradigms such as OOP and functional programming
• Java programming experience is a strong plus
• Detail-oriented, open to feedback and iteration

What we offer

• Pension, health and medical insurance
• 30 paid vacation days
• Fitness benefit
• Professional growth opportunities
• Sport activities, parties and team building