Gaming:
Welcome to the world of land-based gaming. At Light & Wonder, it’s all about the games, and our Gaming team builds cutting-edge technology, products, and content for the most iconic casinos and operators across the globe.
Position Summary
Our team brings together more than seventy talented developers, artists, designers, and creative thinkers, all united by a passion for creating high‑impact, visually stunning, and globally successful land‑based gaming titles.
Are you passionate about probability, patterns, and creating unforgettable player experiences through mathematics? Do you want your work to power games enjoyed by players around the world?
We’re looking for a Game Mathematician to join our team -someone who thrives on solving complex problems, challenges conventional thinking, and transforms mathematical theory into engaging, high-quality gameplay. This is an opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping how our games feel, perform, and captivate players across global markets. We’re a team that values curiosity, creativity, and collaboration.
We’re looking for individuals who bring fresh ideas, push boundaries, and truly embody our core values:
Dare to be Bold – We bring courage to our work and strive to achieve the extraordinary
Uphold Integrity – We hold ourselves accountable and set the standard for excellence
Never Settle – We push relentlessly to perfect every detail
Celebrate Perspectives – We embrace diverse thinking to unlock new possibilities
Win as a Team – We support each other to achieve shared success
Key Responsibilities
You’ll play a key role in shaping the player experience from the ground up designing and delivering the mathematical frameworks that define how our games behave.
Contribute to early-stage game concepts and mechanics
Develop mathematical models using simulation software and spreadsheets
Design and analyse RTP, volatility, and payout structures
Collaborate with developers and designers to bring ideas to life
Maintain insight into EMEA gaming markets and regulatory expectations
What You'll Bring
Qualifications
Desirable:
Proven experience designing within the casino/gambling industry
Creative thinking with strong technical design instincts
A track record of delivering successful game mechanics
Please note, we are unable to sponsor visas at this time. If you require visa sponsorship now or in the future we will not be able to progress with your application.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated above.
What we can offer you?
Discretionary Annual performance bonus
25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
1 day paid leave to work on charitable projects
1 day paid for personal celebration e.g. birthdays
Half Day for Health (encouraging you to take time away for you & your wellbeing)
Up to 8% employer pension contributions
A reward platform offering a cycle to work scheme and shopping and lifestyle discounts/cashback
Wellbeing benefits including Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance and Aviva DigiCare
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Optional benefits such as Tastecard, Give As You Earn and Travel Ticket Loan.
Light & Wonder are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage applications from all walks of life regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
If you are invited to an interview, please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, we can make to the recruitment process that will enable you to perform to the best of your ability.
