We are looking for an Associate Game Designer who is passionate about designing and delivering high impact casino games to our global customers. You will be part of a studio with talented team of Game Designers, Artists, Game Developers and Test Engineers. The Studio puts a strong emphasis on quality, individual ownership and values engineers who take pride in developing games. The role involves Game design of Class 3 casino games for different markets. The role provides challenge of complexity (visual design, game mathematics modelling, compliance requirements, etc.) and variety (different cabinets, markets and languages). Each game is different and you will be challenged each time. You will work closely with Executive Producers and Senior Game Designers located in Sydney as well as developers in India.
**What You'll Do**:
- Collaborate with other Game Designers on new ideas and game concepts tailored to various global markets.
- Responsible for all math model calculations for assigned games, including return to player percentages, hit frequencies, standard deviations, and other metrics as appropriate.
- Develop code that implements the functionality of game concepts in order to verify and/or develop mathematical calculations and obtain important data and statistics to validate that the underlying mathematics meet all game design requirements.
- Produce technical documentation to aid in the development and testing of new games.
- Produce regulatory documentation required by all applicable markets.
- Develop tools to aid in the construction of mathematical calculations, documentation and specifications.
- Collaborate with artists, software, and test engineers throughout the development cycle to deliver games to market.
- Peer review of fellow Game Designers' calculations, code and documentation
**What We're Looking For**:
- Minimum 1 to 2 years' experience as a game designer / developer working primarily on slots.
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) with a strong mathematical component and evidence of programming experience (C++ preferred);
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
- Experience developing game concepts, prototype game math and simulating game software.
**Why Aristocrat?**:
Aristocrat is a world leader in gaming content and technology, and a top-tier publisher of free-to-play mobile games. We deliver great performance for our B2B customers and bring joy to the lives of the millions of people who love to play our casino and mobile games. And while we focus on fun, we never forget our responsibilities. We strive to lead the way in responsible gameplay, and to lift the bar in company governance, employee wellbeing and sustainability. We're a diverse business united by shared values and an inspiring mission to bring joy to life through the power of play.
- World Leader in Gaming Entertainment
- Robust benefits package
- Global career opportunities
**Our Values**:
- All about the Player
- Talent Unleashed
- Collective Brilliance
- Good Business Good Citizen
The US based roles may require registration with the Nevada Gaming Control Board (NGCB) and/or other gaming jurisdictions in which we operate.
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