Mathematician Expert

About Playtech                                               

Founded in 1999, the company has a premium listing on the Main Market of the London Stock Exchange and is focused on regulated and regulating markets across its B2B business. By leveraging its proprietary technology, Playtech delivers innovative products and services to ensure a safe, engaging and entertaining gaming experience. 

As the gaming industry's leading technology company, it combines business intelligence-driven software, services, content, and platform technology to drive excellence and innovation across the sector. Read more about who we are and what we do here: www.playtechpeople.com and www.playtech.com

 

Here at Playtech, we genuinely believe that people are our biggest asset. Diverse thoughts, experiences, and individual characteristics enrich our work environment and lead to better business decisions. Embracing differences and maintaining transparency in our processes is the core of Playtech's overall commitment to responsible business practices.

Ready to level up your career?

Playtech‘s Content unit is looking for a team‑oriented Mathematician Expert with strong analytical skills and a passion for mathematics.

Your influential mission. You will...

• Take responsibility for creating algorithms and mathematical models representing a game.
• Design and implement advanced mathematical models and algorithms for games.
• Present results and findings in a clear, structured manner.
• Work closely with the Math Team Leader on tuning mathematical models.
• Validate, simulate, and sign off game models to ensure they work as intended.
• Troubleshoot technical implementation issues with engineers.
• Provide answers and explanations to relevant mathematical questions for game designers, engineers, compliance, and other departments.

Components for success. You...

• Have a university degree in mathematics or programming.
• Have at least 2 years of work experience as a mathematician or developer in a math‑intensive environment (e.g., finance, data, gaming).
• Demonstrate practical knowledge of at least one programming language.
• Possess a strong foundation in algorithms and data structures, including understanding of algorithmic complexity.
• Have excellent working knowledge of combinatorics, probability, and statistics.
• Are familiar with MS Excel.
• Have intermediate English proficiency.

You'll get extra points for...

• Knowledge of parallel computing.
• Experience in gaming/gambling industry.

Thrive in a culture that values...

• Empowerment, support and mentoring. Initiative-taking, positive and confident approach at the workplace.
• Global scope and inclusive working environment.
• Constant learning and development opportunities.
• Active lifestyle and mental well-being.

CONTENT UNIT

Our team transforms complex concepts into sophisticated, high‑performing game models by combining analytical precision with creative insight. We are responsible for designing the mathematical frameworks that support gameplay—solving abstract and complex problems, developing robust mathematical models, and ensuring that each model translates effectively into dynamic and engaging in‑game behavior.

Working closely with game designers, artists, and developers, the team contributes to shaping game mechanics that function smoothly, align with creative intent, and reflect solid mathematical structure. Together, we bring innovative ideas to life through a refined integration of creativity, probability, and logical reasoning.

Playtech is an equal opportunities employer. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate differences and encourage everyone to join us and be themselves at work.