About the role
Company Overview
Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment and a proud label of Take-Two Interactive. Since its founding in 2007, the company has connected players in 175+ countries through a diverse portfolio of games including FarmVille, Words With Friends, Zynga Poker, Game of Thrones Slots Casino, Wizard of Oz Slots, Hit it Rich! Slots, Wonka Slots, Top Eleven, Toon Blast, Empires & Puzzles, Merge Dragons, CSR Racing, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells, Match Factory, and Color Block Jam. Headquartered in California, Zynga operates teams across North America, Europe, and Asia.
Role Summary
The Game Mathematician Intern will assist the game development team in designing, analyzing, and optimizing mathematical models for slot games. This role provides hands-on experience in the casino gaming industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Design Mathematical Models: Assist in designing and testing the mathematical logic for new slot games, including pay tables, game mechanics, and bonus features.
- RTP (Return to Player) Calculation: Support the calculation and verification of the theoretical RTP, hit frequency, and volatility levels for slot games.
- Simulation and Testing: Run simulations to ensure the mathematical accuracy of game models, including payout distributions and randomness.
- Documentation: Assist in creating detailed game math specifications, flowcharts, and reports for game designs and regulatory submissions. Offer detailed analysis and explanation of mathematical models.
- Collaboration: Work closely with game designers, developers, and QA teams to ensure the mathematical integrity of slot games.
Requirements
- Education: Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in mathematical tools and software such as Excel, C#, or Python.
- Theoretical Knowledge: Basic understanding of probability theory, combinatorics, and statistics.
- Soft Skills: Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
- Communication: Good communication skills for presenting mathematical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Bonus Qualifications: Interest in casino games and game theory is a plus.
Benefits and Perks
- Hands-on experience in designing casino slot games and learning the intricacies of game mathematics.
- Mentorship from industry experts with years of experience in game design and mathematics.
- Opportunities to contribute to live projects that impact millions of players worldwide.
- Catered breakfast, lunch, and evening snacks.
- Well-stocked pantry.
- Frequent employee events.
- Casual dress every single day.
- Opportunity to work with industry professionals on high-impact products.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Zynga is committed to creating and celebrating diverse thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. Employment is based on substantive ability, objective qualifications, and work ethic. Zynga does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin or ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, status as a victim of domestic violence or sex offenses, reproductive health decision, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
The company provides necessary support and accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities, health conditions, or impairments. Requests for accommodation or support related to the application process should be directed to accommodationrequest@zynga.com.
Recruitment Security Notice
Zynga does not conduct job interviews or make job offers over third-party messaging apps such as Telegram or WhatsApp. Zynga does not engage in financial exchanges during the recruitment or onboarding process and will never ask for personal or financial information over unofficial chat channels. Official communication will only come from company email domains (zynga.com, take2games.com, naturalmotion.com, smallgiantgames.com, themavens.com, or gram.gs).