IMPLEMENT NEW AND IMPROVE EXISTING GAMEPLAY OF NPCS
We are seeking a talented AI Programmer to join our team. You will need to work closely with the Design team to implement new and improve existing gameplay of the Non-Player Characters (human, mutants, etc).
— Design, implement, and maintain core AI systems (perception, positioning, pathfinding, etc) and tools to create AI behaviors and gameplay (navigation, combat, animation, etc).
— Implement tools as needed for specific project requirements.
— Collaborate with Designers and Animators in discussing constraints, and establish the technical possibilities of the AI functions.
— Write clear, maintainable, portable, and highly functional code.
— Profile and performance tune code to remove bottlenecks.
— Test and document code produced.
— Support and improve existing AI functionalities in the engine.
— Suggest innovations based on other industry games.
— 2+ years of professional experience in AI development.
— Solid C/C++ programming skills.
— Strong understanding of AI architectures, algorithms, and pathfinding techniques.
— Proficient in linear algebra.
— Good knowledge of machine learning, deep learning, neural networks, Tensorflow.
— Self-motivated with a strong work ethic.
— Excellent communication and team skills.
— Comfortable working closely with Designers on the implementation of gameplay systems.
— Excellent problem-solving and debugging skills.
— English knowledge upper intermediate or higher.
— Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or Engineering.
— Prior AI programming experience with credits on at least one shipped title.
— Specialist in other game programming areas (animation, tools, networking, audio, etc).
— Good analytical and synthesizing abilities.
— Autonomous and resourceful.
— Ability to take initiative.
— Experience working with navmesh generation, tessellation, voxelization, CSG operations.
— Experience working with character scripting, animation state machines, animation blending, and similar techniques.
— Desire to help drive the improvement of the game engine year-over-year.
— An avid gamer with a passion for making games.
— Comprehensive benefits package available.
— The job is available in Malta or Ukraine (your choice!).