Mathematician Intern

Zynga is a global leader in interactive entertainment with a mission to connect the world through games and a wholly-owned subsidiary of Take-Two Interactive Software, Inc. (NASDAQ: TTWO). With massive global reach in more than 175 countries and regions, the combined diverse portfolio of popular game franchises has been downloaded more than 6 billion times on mobile, including Star Wars™: Hunters, CSR Racing™, Dragon City, Empires & Puzzles™, FarmVille™, Golf Rival™, Hair Challenge™, Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells™, High Heels!™, Merge Dragons!™, Merge Magic!™, Monster Legends, Toon Blast™, Top Eleven, Toy Blast™, Two Dots, Words With Friends™, and Zynga Poker™.Founded in 2007, Zynga is headquartered in California with locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. For more information, visit www.zynga.com or follow Zynga on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, or the Zynga blog

We are looking for a Game Mathematician Intern to assist our game development team in designing, analysing, and optimizing mathematical models for our slot games. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for mathematics, statistics, and game design to gain hands-on experience in the casino gaming industry.

• →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.

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Computer Science or a related field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in mathematical tools and software such as Excel, C# or Python.
• Basic understanding of probability theory, combinatorics, and statistics.
• Interest in casino games and game theory is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Good communication skills for presenting mathematical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.