Instant Win Mathematician / Game Designer Location: Salford, GB, M5 3EA Requisition ID: 17597 Brightstar is an innovative, forward-thinking global leader in lottery that builds on our renowned expertise in delivering secure technology and producing reliable, comprehensive solutions for our customers. As a premier pure play global lottery company, our best-in-class lottery operations, retail and digital solutions, and award-winning lottery games enable our customers to achieve their goals, fulfill player needs and distribute meaningful benefits to communities. Brightstar has a well-established local presence and is a trusted partner to governments and regulators around the world, creating value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. Brightstar has approximately 6,000 employees. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com. Role: Instant Win Mathematician / Game Designer We are expanding our team and seeking a passionate, talented, and driven instant win game designer to join us. In this position you will be creating the maths and game mechanics behind our digital instant win gaming products. Instant win is a fast moving and highly visible product within our organization. We have a collaborative and fast-paced environment where you will work closely with game producers, mathematicians and other team members in the creation of games for an international audience. You enjoy calculating, designing, and implementing mathematical concepts, which is the core of our games and a critical factor for success in our markets. If you have the vision, energy, and passion for creating the next generation of instant win games we would like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: - Creating game maths models in a variety of methods, including Excel, Python programming, and various proprietary tools - Providing clear Game Design documentation detailing game mechanics - Developing flexible and custom prize structures to meet the requirements of our customers - Thinking creatively to develop new, innovative and viable instant win game ideas - Presenting ideas and improvements to enhance our instant win gaming products - Develop a strong knowledge of games and game features in the marketplace Desired Skills - Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics or similar - Python coding background - Strong understanding of probability theory - Excellent teamwork and communication skills - Ability to work independently and as part of a team - Strong written and verbal communication skills - A meticulous eye for accuracy and detail is an essential requirement. - Excellent analytical skills and problem-solving abilities - An advanced user of MS Excel, creating and adapting large and complex spreadsheets Advantageous skills - Strong enthusiasm for games in general and instant win games in particular Company Benefits: - Hybrid working - Pension - Life insurance - Income protection - Travel Insurance - Private medical - Private dental - 25 days holiday LI-YG1 Brightstar is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, and to creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. Brightstar is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship, covered veteran status, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable local, state, federal laws or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted. All Brightstar employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate. For more information, please visit www.brightstarlottery.com .