Senior Game Mathematician (Remote, Full-Time) [AS302]

August 8, 2026

About Smart Working At Smart Working, we believe your job should not only look right on paper but also feel right every day. This isn’t just another remote opportunity - it’s about finding where you truly belong, no matter where you are. From day one, you’re welcomed into a genuine community that values your growth and well-being. Our mission is simple: to break down geographic barriers and connect skilled professionals with outstanding global teams and products for full-time, long-term roles. We help you discover meaningful work with teams that invest in your success, where you’re empowered to grow personally and professionally. Join one of the highest-rated workplaces on Glassdoor and experience what it means to thrive in a truly remote-first world. About the Role As a Senior Game Mathematician, you will create mathematical models for high-quality, mobile-optimised online casino games and analyse them from a mathematical balancing and design perspective. You will own the end-to-end mathematical design process for complex titles, ensuring models deliver the right player experience while meeting commercial goals. You will work closely with Product Owners, Game Designers, Game Developers, QA, Artists and the Commercial Team to develop innovative games and mathematically sound slot mechanics. You will also use sophisticated simulation and quantitative analysis to validate models and identify opportunities in the market. The role is hybrid in London or Warsaw, with a negotiable salary depending on experience. While there is currently no people management responsibility, the role may grow to include managing and developing a small team of junior mathematicians. Responsibilities <ul> <li>Own the end-to-end mathematical design process for high-complexity titles, ensuring models deliver optimal player experience across volatility, hit frequency and RTP while meeting commercial goals.</li> <li>Drive the conceptualisation and development of novel and unique slot mechanics.</li> <li>Collaborate closely with Product Owners and Game Designers to translate creative concepts into mathematically sound and balanced frameworks.</li> <li>Develop, maintain and utilise sophisticated Monte Carlo simulation tools to rigorously test, validate and optimise game models before production.</li> <li>Create comprehensive, auditable mathematical documentation and technical specifications for all game models.</li> <li>Ensure mathematical documentation and technical specifications meet rigorous internal standards and external regulatory requirements for all target markets.</li> <li>In the future, potentially manage a small team of more junior mathematicians, guiding them on their games and helping them develop into excellent Mathematicians in their own right.</li> <li>Partner with Developers, QA, Artists and Product Owners to ensure flawless integration of the mathematical model into the final game.</li> <li>Provide technical guidance and problem-solving support throughout the development lifecycle.</li> <li>Conduct deep quantitative analysis of competitor games and market trends to identify opportunities for new mathematical features.</li> <li>Use competitor and market analysis to help ensure the game portfolio remains competitive and cutting-edge.</li> </ul> Requirements <ul> <li>Solid experience in slot game mathematics.</li> <li>Good knowledge of Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Quantitative Analysis.</li> <li>Good knowledge of Microsoft Excel.</li> <li>Good knowledge of programming.</li> <li>University Degree in Mathematics or another numerate discipline such as Statistics, Physics or Engineering.</li> </ul> Nice to Have <ul> <li>Experience of team management or mentoring.</li> <li>OOP experience.</li> <li>Interest in playing slots.</li> <li>Knowledge of game trends.</li> <li>Knowledge of Java.</li> </ul> Benefits <ul> <li>Fixed Shifts: 12:00 PM - 9:30 PM IST (Summer) | 1:00 PM - 10:30 PM IST (Winter)</li> <li>No Weekend Work: Real work-life balance, not just words</li> <li>Day 1 Benefits: Laptop and full medical insurance provided</li> <li>Support That Matters:Mentorship, community, and forums where ideas are shared</li> <li>True Belonging: A long-term career where your contributions are valued</li> </ul> We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

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