Game Designer

Aristocrat is a leader in the global gaming industry and are looking for an experienced Game Designer to join their team working out of the Big Cheers Studio. We are looking for a highly motivated Game Designer, who works well within a team environment and can develop and manage products from concept stage through to delivery.

What You'll Do:

• Design new game concepts tailored to various global markets.
• Responsible for all math model calculations for assigned games, including return to player percentages, hit frequencies, standard deviations, and other metrics as appropriate;
• Develop code that implements the functionality of game concepts in order to verify and/or develop mathematical calculations and obtain important data and statistics to validate that the underlying mathematics meet all game design requirements.
• Produce technical documentation to aid in the development and testing of new games.
• Produce regulatory documentation required by all applicable markets.
• Develop tools to aid in the construction of mathematical calculations, documentation and specifications.
• Collaborate with artists, software and test engineers throughout the development cycle to deliver games to market;
• Peer review of fellow Game Designers’ calculations, code and documentation.

What We're Looking For:

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a game designer / developer working primarily on slots;
• Bachelor Degree (or higher) with a strong mathematical component and evidence of programming experience (C++ preferred);
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel;
• Experience developing game concepts, prototype game math and simulating game software. 

Skills and Ability:

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal);
• Ability to work well in a team environment;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Ability to drive projects from concept through to completion.

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This job description may have been reviewed and enhanced using AI-assisted tools to improve clarity, consistency, and inclusivity. All final content, role requirements and hiring decisions remain subject to human review and approval by Aristocrat.

Compensation Philosophy

We offer a comprehensive pay and benefits package designed to stay competitive in the market, support your wellbeing, and recognise your contribution to our success. Our approach is underpinned by a pay-for-performance belief in rewarding individual impact. Your specific compensation package will be determined by factors such as your skills, experience, qualifications, and location.

Depending on your role and location, you may be eligible for annual bonuses and incentives, health and wellbeing benefits, paid time off, retirement plans, insurance coverage, and other local or statutory benefits.

Specific details about compensation and benefits for this position will be discussed during the recruitment process.

- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a game designer / developer working primarily on slots;- Bachelor Degree (or higher) with a strong mathematical component and evidence of programming experience (C++ preferred);- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel;- Experience developing game concepts, prototype game math and simulating game software.