Head of Game Mathematics (Slots)
Lead the math behind next-gen slot games and shape unique player experiences. Join a fully remote iGaming startup where your impact starts day one. Apply now!
Head of Game Mathematics (Slots)
📍 Location: Remote | 🚀 Start Date: Immediate
Shape the Future of iGaming!
Our client is an ambitious and innovative startup creating high-quality real-money slot games. They’re not about churning out endless titles—they focus on crafting unique and engaging player experiences.
As a fully remote team, they prioritize creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Instead of an office, they invest in unforgettable team events across Europe!
Why You’ll Love Working with Them
🌍 Fully Remote – Work from anywhere in the world.
✈️ Occasional Travel – Join exciting team and company events across Europe.
⏰ Flexible Core Hours – Collaborate during 10–15 CET; balance life outside those hours.
🌍 Impact from Day One – Lead a critical function in a growing startup.
🌍 Professional Growth – A wealth of opportunities for development and career progression.
🌍 2019 Days/Year – Work schedule designed for balance and productivity.
🌍 Highly Negotiable Salary – Competitive package tailored to the right candidate.
Contract Type
Malta-based candidates: Full employment contract.
Candidates abroad: Contractor agreement.
About the Role
We’re seeking a highly experienced and hands-on Head of Game Mathematics to own the math vision for our client’s slot games.
This is a replacement role where you’ll manage and mentor the existing mathematician—while also remaining very hands-on in designing, testing, and innovating math models yourself.
In a startup environment, you won’t just delegate—you’ll be directly responsible for building and refining the models that power the games. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys both leading and doing: setting the math strategy while also rolling up their sleeves and getting deep into the numbers.
What You’ll Do
Design & Build – Personally develop slot math models that are robust, fair, and engaging.
Lead & Mentor – Guide the in-house mathematician, raising standards for creativity and precision.
Validate & Certify – Get hands-on with testing and compliance to ensure accuracy and regulatory approval.
Collaborate – Work closely with producers, designers, and developers to align math with creative vision and business goals.
Innovate – Research, experiment, and push boundaries with new mechanics and features.
Document & Communicate – Create clear documentation and explain complex math concepts across teams.
About You
iGaming Expertise – 5+ years of proven experience in slot game mathematics within a studio (essential).
Proven Track Record – Successful slot titles with math you designed or led.
Hands-On by Nature – Comfortable managing, but thrive on actually doing the math and getting into the detail.
Technical Skills – Advanced Excel; programming/simulation (Python, C#, or similar).
Probability & Statistics – Deep applied knowledge in slot mechanics.
Compliance Knowledge – Familiar with certification and regulatory standards.
Startup Mindset – Flexible, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, small-team environment.
Great Communicator – Fluent English, able to bridge technical and creative discussions.
Why Join?
✨ Startup Energy – Be both the architect and the builder of the math vision.
✨ Hands-On Leadership – Lead the function, but stay close to the numbers.
✨ Flexibility – Remote work, flexible hours, occasional travel for team bonding.
✨ Professional Development – Opportunities to grow as the studio scales.
✨ Open Salary Negotiation – Highly competitive, tailored for the right person.
Interested?
If you’re an experienced slot game mathematician ready to lead, innovate, and get your hands dirty, we’d love to hear from you.
👉 Apply now to be considered for this exciting opportunity!
- Department
- Product
- Remote status
- Fully Remote

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