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About IGT

Within IGTs diverse product & services portfolio, our Global Gaming business is a world leader in the global gaming industry. In Gaming, the term innovation isnt just a cliche poster on a wall. It is the uniting force behind every interaction, idea, and decision, and is embodied by every single one of our team members. As an employer, our goal is to deliver an unrivaled career experience to you - one that constantly engages you as a player and drives your growth in the areas that matter most to you in life and at work.

We are committed to making our employees feel respected, empowered, valued and heard as the basis for our mutual success. At IGT, we offer the things that matter most, like a high degree of work-life flexibility, a deeply connected community, a true place of belonging for all, and a long, growth-oriented career runway.

About You
Have you always dreamed of doing what you love and enjoying your work every day? We are seeking a passionate, adaptive, and pioneering Game Design Mathematician that is ready to take their creativity, passion, and skills to the next generation of interactive gaming. Blending expertise with innovation, this individual will help design games that will provide exciting, engaging, and immersive game experiences to a wide player audience. In this role you will be part of shaping the industry with your innovative solutions and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Participate in designing all aspects of a game design including entertainment, pacing, mathematical outcomes, and player communication.
• Actively work on multiple projects concurrently.
• Have meticulous attention to detail to achieve optimal designs, including math models, XML control files, par sheets and customer-facing communication.
• Test mathematical outcomes to assure quality and that accurate calculations are achieved (through excel and programming).
• Maintain active field research, analysis, and industry knowledge to clearly understand and convey player profiles to develop new features and products.
• Create and own all design documentation and deliverables for projects, including game concepts, in-game messaging, marketing communication, game rules, some game documentation, and pay tables.
• Generate initial and final excel-based math models, par sheets, and XML control files (or comparable code file/formats) used by the game engine.
• Play test all games in studio development with detailed verbal or written feedback around all aspects of the player experience: math, art, sound, messaging, game pacing and user interface.
• Jointly develop and adapt prototypes and simulators (XNA, C#, XML schema and Direct X) to play test, refine and troubleshoot calculations on game concepts.
• Analyze performance data from the marketplace to help identify future game mechanics and industry trends.

Qualifications

• Has a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics, Game Design, Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Has strong interest specifically in slot machine game design.
• Has solid expertise with Excel; mastery through VBA preferred.
• Has strong expertise in Combinatorics, Probability Theory and Statistics.
• Demonstrates ability to create well-structured, well-documented, maintainable programs in C/C++/C# (or comparable language).
• Demonstrates outstanding data analysis and presentation skills.
• Must work well with creative conflict in a consensus-based, collaborative environment.
• Has a passion for playing games of multiple genres and a solid background in slots and casino games.
• Can communicate effectively with engineering, art, production, and business personnel.
• Is a naturally curious mind interested in zeroing in on what existing and potential players and customers want.

Preferred:

• Has a minimum of 3 years of slot game proposition design.
• Has released one or more game titles in a lead game designer role.

Total Benefits

When we talk to our employees, what we hear time and time again is that they build some of the best relationships of their lives here and receive an exceptional return on their time. Beyond day-to-day fulfillment and learning at work we offer competitive pay and:

• Paid Holidays & Generous PTO is part of IGTs commitment to work-life flexibility. Here youll enjoy freedom and time to balance life activities you enjoy and are inspired by with your work responsibilities.
• Premium Health & Wellbeing Benefits including three different types of outstanding medical plan options, access to Teladoc options, free health coaching, discounted pet medication, gym membership reimbursement and more.
• Extensive Financial Support including a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions that are fully vested upon time of hire, tuition reimbursement, adoption expense reimbursement, competitive life insurance and free identity theft insurance.

These are just a few of our offerings. Dont hesitate to ask a member of our team about other benefits that are available.

IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and any other personal attributes protected by federal, state, or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted.

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• Deliver instruction in accordance with the learning objectives set for the course, including practical skills, methods, theories and techniques
• Provide one-on-one consultations with students, if and when necessary
• Manage course syllabus materials & lesson plans, and develop as needed
• Facilitate peer assessment and encourage discussion & constructive criticism in class
• Assess student work, including but not limited to, assigning projects, papers and exercises
• Submit attendance & grades promptly to the Registrar's Office, and inform the appropriate administrative staff if students are not meeting academic standards and need academic support; if students are suspected of committing plagiarism; if incidents occur in class which cause an unsafe learning environment for students & faculty
• Adhere to institution-wide policies & procedures and follow the correct protocol with respect to disciplining students
• Attend & participate in faculty meetings and/or departmental curricular meetings, as requested by Department Chair
• If requested, serve as advisors or on Thesis Committees and evaluate undergraduate or graduate student Thesis work
• Prep and organize gear for class; can include, but is not limited to film and digital cameras, lights and various stands if appropriate to courses taught
• Making safety the first priority for any activity on set
• Participate in day long production workshops on the backlot as a supervising instructor (no lifting) if needed (if appropriate to courses taught)
• Guide students through hands on classes
• Other duties as assigned

• Broad & in-depth knowledge of the subject area or discipline where they teach
• Substantial professional experience in the discipline of Animation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent computer skills in a Microsoft Office environment.
• Ethical/Honest confidentiality, honesty, transparence, and open communication
• Excellent organizational skills
• Collaborative willing to work with fellow instructors on any required departmental work, such as curricular development and planning

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree or equivalent in industry experience and proven success.
• Master (equivalent professional experience) in Houdini/Python, Visual Effects, Animation Stop-Motion or Compositing Animation or related field
  • 2-3 years of Houdini/Python, Visual Effects, Animation Stop-Motion or Compositing experience for television or feature film
  • Experience in armature creation- wire and ball-joint, modeling and skinning
  • Program skills: Dragon, After-Effects, Premiere, Photoshop
  • Camera & Lighting Skills needed to light and produce Stop-Motion
• Broad & in-depth knowledge of the subject area or discipline where they teach
  • Substantial professional experience in their respective department
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills
  • Ethical/Honest - evidence of the practice of a high level confidentiality
  • Excellent organizational skills
• Collaborative willing to work with fellow instructors on any required departmental work, such as curricular development and planning
• In the absence of an undergraduate or graduate degree, the instructor's training exceptional body of work, relevant experience, teaching experience and training in their specified field will be evaluated & documented in a formal degree-level rubric

• Office equipment including, but not limited to, computer, phone, fax machine, copier and calculator
• Filmmaking Equipment (if appropriate to courses taught)
• Microsoft Office
• Google Suite

• School environment.
• Film Shoots (if appropriate to courses taught)

Project Overview:

Join our innovative gaming team as a Game Design Lead, where you will spearhead the creation of engaging, medically focused educational games for kids. With 60 diverse topics to explore, your creative vision and leadership will be essential in designing games that inspire learning and curiosity while delivering accurate, research-backed information.

Responsibilities:

• Develop innovative game concepts and oversee the design process for medically focused topics.
• Conduct thorough research to ensure the accuracy and relevance of game content.
• Work closely with a dedicated team of designers and educators to craft interactive and educational experiences.
• Manage project timelines and deliver high-quality game designs across multiple topics.
• Provide clear guidance and feedback to ensure that each game is engaging, educational, and aligned with our vision.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience: Proven background as a Game Design Lead or in a similar creative role, with a portfolio that showcases your innovative game designs.
• Ability to integrate research into compelling game concepts that are both informative and fun.
• Strong interpersonal and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and direct a creative team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively articulate ideas and feedback.
• A genuine passion for educational content, with a special interest in creating engaging learning experiences for kids.
• Experience in designing medically focused educational games is a plus.

Work Hours and Location:

• Remote Opportunity: This volunteer role offers a flexible, remote work schedule.

How to Apply:

Please email with your resume, cover letter, and portfolio demonstrating your relevant experience

• If you are an experienced Game Designer and have a passion for teaching and training others, then this may be the opportunity for you!

• Conduct weekly synchronous calls, requiring up to 3 hours of time per week
• Monitor and evaluate student progress; provide feedback to students on a weekly basis
• Assess student learning

• Monitor student attendance
• Collaborate with academic leadership team and student success department to provide appropriate student support
• Participate in professional development activities to maintain currency in the field and with instructional and educational practices and methods
• Other duties as required

• Minimum of three years' work experience in Game Design; prior supervisory or leadership role preferred
• Experience using Unity and/or Unreal Engine
• Prior online teaching experience preferred, but Hussian College provides training for those with no prior teaching experience

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World's Largest Oil & Gas Firm - a top notch fortune client.

Job Description:

Responsible for architecting, developing, and supporting various new and existing Responsive-Web Applications for internal business users.

Basic Function: Developer

Job Responsibilities (Day to Day Activities of the Role):

This role will be asked to help contribute to maturing development processes and assisting teammates.

They will have to both collaborate with the team on larger features as well as work independently on smaller ones.

Technical Skills:

Write clean, concise, robust and well-documented code.

Strong understanding of HTML5 Semantics

Proficient in Object oriented CSS

Experience with SASS

Understand MVC Both for front end and back end site architecture

Experience with task runners Grunt or Gulp

Strong understanding of web services and object oriented principles.

Desired Skills or Experience:

Experience with designing responsive web sites

Design and development of RESTful APIs using .NET webapi

Education:

BS in Computer Science or Equivalent

Certifications:

Soft Skills:

Proficient in English (written & oral)

Accepts criticism / feedback

Have exceptional problem solving and communication skills.

Additional Skills:

Strong understanding of cloud based development and infrastructure (using compute engines, server less models like Lambda & Cloud Functions, etc)

Proficient in DevOps practices and concepts

Proficient in Python

Proficient in SQL

Proficient in Object oriented CSS

Strong understanding of web services and object oriented principles.

Desired Skills or Experience:

Experience with implementations web applications using Cloud based platforms and development (especially on Google Cloud Platform)

Experience with designing responsive web sites

Design and development of RESTful APIs using .NET webapi

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Game Designers at Riot craft the systems, mechanics, and content that make up a deeply resonant player experience. We explore how to best push the boundaries of that experience to build new and engaging moments for players.

As a Game Design Manager on the Teamfight Tactics team , you will report into the Game Director. Leveraging a combination of design craft and people management skills, you will guide the growth of the designers that report to you. You will be instrumental in helping to lead a cross-discipline team responsible for the development and delivery of new sets for Teamfight Tactics, with opportunities to directly contribute gameplay content development as well.

Having an understanding of Teamfight Tactics or other deep strategy games will be crucial to understanding what appeals to our players, as well as assisting in the design of a variety of interconnected systems of content to create rewarding decision making experiences. You will collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and work with every tool at hand to innovate and iterate player-focused designs that'll delight millions around the world.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and coach designers on the Teamfight Tactics team

• Work with a diverse team of developers to deliver world-class content

• Ensure that Design on Teamfight Tactics is a highly performing team

• Contribute to the vision for Teamfight Tactic’s set design and set mechanics that gives players constant exploration and mastery

Required Qualifications:

Successful candidates will need…

• …5+ years of professional game design experience or equivalent.

• …1+ years people management experience

• … strong ability to mentor other designers leading to a promotion or substantial positive improvements in their work

• … a high comfort level when it comes to sharing and asking for feedback.

• …empathy and understanding with respect to many different player audiences

• … to be a driver for a healthy culture of collaboration, respect, and inclusion

Desired Qualifications:

Bonus XP for…

• … experience designing mobile games

• … growing high-functioning game design teams

• … a strong understanding of TFT gameplay and characters

• …familiarity with implementing/scripting game content

For this role, you'll find success through craft expertise and a collaborative spirit that prioritizes the delight of players. We will look at your past studies and experience, but for this role, we also look for dedicated people with a personal relationship with games. If you embody player empathy and care about players' experiences, this is the role for you!

Our Perks:

Riot focuses on work/life balance, shown by our open paid time off policy and other perks such as flexible work schedules. We offer medical, dental, and life insurance, parental leave for you, your spouse/domestic partner, and children, and a 401k with company match. Check out our benefits pages for more information.

Riot Games fosters a player and workplace experience that values teamwork embodied by the Summoner's Code and Community Code . Our culture embraces differences as a strength, and our values are the guiding principles for how we approach work. We are committed to putting diversity and inclusion (D&I) at the center of everything we do, and promoting a fair and collaborative culture where Rioters treat one another with dignity and respect. We encourage you to read more about our value of thriving together and our ongoing work to build the most inclusive company in Gaming .

It’s our policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and members of Riot Games, Inc. Riot Games makes reasonable accommodations for handicapped and disabled Rioters and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, handicap, veteran status, marital status, criminal history, or any other category protected by applicable federal and state law. We consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state and local law, including the California Fair Chance Act, the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the Washington Fair Chance Act.

Per the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the following core duties may create a basis for disqualifying candidates with relevant criminal histories:

• Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data

• Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors

• Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks

• Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters

These duties are directly related to essential operations, safety, trust, and compliance obligations within our organization. Please note that job duties may evolve based on business needs and additional responsibilities may be assigned as necessary to maintain operational efficiency and security.

• (Los Angeles Only) Base salary range between $166,600.00 - $232,800.00 USD + incentive compensation + equity + 401K with company match + medical, dental, vision, and life insurance + short and long-term disability + open PTO.

Side is a global video game development and services provider, offering technical and creative solutions to many of the largest developers and studios around the world. Founded in Japan in 1994, Side has grown to become a global force in the video game industry, with over 40 studios in 15 countries worldwide and offices across North America, Europe, South America, and Asia.  

Our industry-leading services include codev, art production, localization, audio production, quality assurance, localization QA, player support, community management, and datasets.  

Help us bring stories to the world. Join Side's global team of passionate gamers and contribute to top-notch game development. Discover opportunities in Asia, North America, South America, Europe, and beyond.   

Experience our side of life! For more information, visit

About This Opportunity

Please note, this listing is not for an immediate open position but for our Talent Pool for Co-Development Roles. By applying, you express interest in being considered for future project-based opportunities that align with your skills and experience.

These opportunities are contingent on client needs and project availability. As projects are initiated or client proposals are developed, we will review candidates from this pool and contact those who most closely align with the specific requirements of the co-development opportunity.

How We Keep You Engaged

We maintain strong relationships with our talent pool by providing regular updates, industry insights, and information on upcoming opportunities. We will check in to confirm your availability and interest.

Our hiring teams carefully vet and select top candidates who best meet project needs, ensuring that you are matched with the right opportunity when it becomes available.

Next Steps

If you are passionate about contributing to cutting-edge projects and want to be considered for future co-development opportunities, we encourage you to apply to this listing. While there may not be an immediate opening, your application ensures that you will be part of our ongoing talent review for upcoming roles.

Requirements

• Design, implement, and iterate on game mechanics, systems, levels, encounters, or narratives, depending on your specialization.
• Work closely with cross-disciplinary teams, including programmers, artists, and producers, to ensure seamless gameplay integration.
• Develop and maintain design documentation, prototypes, and iterative improvements based on internal testing and player feedback.
• Balance and refine gameplay mechanics to achieve engaging and rewarding player experiences.
• Analyze player behavior, feedback, and data to inform design decisions and enhance engagement.
• Participate in design reviews, offering and receiving constructive feedback to refine design implementations.
• Ensure consistency and alignment with the game's creative vision and project objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience :
• 3+ years of professional experience in game design (level design, combat design, worldbuilding, narrative design, technical design, or encounter design).
• Demonstrated contribution to at least one shipped title on PC, console, mobile, or VR/AR.
• Technical Skills :
• Proficiency with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Familiarity with scripting languages, visual scripting tools, or proprietary game design tools.
• Strong understanding of player psychology, game mechanics, pacing, and balance.
• Collaboration and Communication Skills :
• Ability to work effectively within a cross-functional team and integrate feedback into iterative design.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to convey complex design ideas clearly.
• Passion for Game Design :
• Deep knowledge of game design principles, industry trends, and player expectations.
• Enthusiasm for problem-solving and pushing the boundaries of interactive experiences.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working on AAA titles.
• Knowledge of procedural design, emergent gameplay systems, or AI-driven gameplay mechanics.
• Background in narrative design, interactive storytelling, or dialogue systems.
• Experience with multiplayer, live-service, or co-op game design.

Note: Specific requirements may vary depending on project needs.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary.
• Dynamic, multicultural and fun environment.
• You will be working for the world's leading provider of game services.
• We empower our people and offer regular progression opportunities to ensure our employees flourish.

As a Senior Manager, Technical Game Design at Riot Games, you will grow and lead a skilled team of Technical Designers on an exciting R&D project focused on immersive combat, deep progression systems, and innovative co-op gameplay. Your extensive knowledge of Unreal Engine and passion for delivering robust, high-quality player experiences will empower the design team to push the boundaries of genre-defining interactive entertainment.

You will partner closely with design leads and engineering leads to translate ambitious creative visions into actionable, scalable technical designs. Through a mix of mentorship and content reviews, you also ensure that local designers are building the game with strong technical rigor. Reporting directly to the Design Director, your leadership will foster collaboration and innovation, directly influencing the gameplay foundations of an ambitious project.
Responsibilities:

• Hire, lead and manage a team of Technical Designers, fostering their growth and technical skill development.
• Collaborate with engineering to define the technical strategy and execution of gameplay systems, mechanics, combat encounters, and player progression.
• Implement content as a vanguard in the most technical areas of design. Building out solutions to design problems that require a deep level of technical expertise and leaving those problems with the ability to teach others how to work in those spaces in the future.
• Develop, advocate, and enforce a system of organizational excellence in content creation that allows for the long-term sustainability of software without being cumbersome to rapid prototyping culture.
• Implement gameplay workflows and tools within Unreal Engine to enable designers and artists to rapidly prototype and iterate.
• Proactively identify technical risks, develop mitigation strategies, and communicate clearly with team leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure high-quality implementation of complex gameplay systems, promoting performance, scalability, and maintainability.

• 8+ years of professional experience in Technical Game Design or related technical design roles.
• Proven experience shipping high-quality titles using Unreal Engine, demonstrating expertise in Blueprints, scripting, and technical workflows.
• 3+ years of experience managing and mentoring teams, with demonstrated success developing and growing direct reports.
• Experience with C++ and C#
• Deep understanding of gameplay system architecture, online networking, combat mechanics, and progression systems.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with experience working cross-functionally between engineering, test, production, art, and design.

• Experience developing multiplayer, online, persistent gameplay systems.
• Familiarity with networked action-based combat systems, player ability systems, and enemy AI design.
• Passion for discovering, understanding, and adapting new technologies that can improve our workflows and sustainability of design teams.
• Experience with technical optimization and performance profiling within Unreal Engine.

• Safeguarding confidential and sensitive Company data
• Communication with others, including Rioters and third parties such as vendors, and/or players, including minors
• Accessing Company assets, secure digital systems, and networks
• Ensuring a safe interactive environment for players and other Rioters