Senior Artificial Intelligence Programmer, Special Projects (R27091)

Design, build, and maintain core AI systems for special projects, ensuring a robust and performant structure.,Experiment with game design and rapid prototyping, making robust structural and algorithmic decisions.,Prototype and iterate on features, ensuring code quality and system stability while incorporating feedback.,Collaborate with art, animation, and design teams to create and evolve gameplay-related AI features.,Work with Fortnite and Unreal Engine teams to enhance core AI systems and their game integration.,Optimize code and fix bugs in existing game systems.,Actively contribute to idea generation and the development and production of the game.

Professional experience in video game development, specifically with Unreal Engine.,Published AAA titles integrating gameplay-related AI systems.,Experience with gameplay AI systems (behavior trees, finite state machines, hierarchical task networks, pathfinding).,Strong C++ skills for designing and developing gameplay AI systems and tools.,Comfortable navigating complex systems and large codebases.,Excellent understanding of game design, capable of objectively evaluating game strengths and weaknesses, particularly online games.,Excellent communication and collaboration skills.,Autonomy and strong personal motivation.,Creativity in problem-solving and ability to propose innovative approaches.,Knowledge of machine learning (ML/AI) techniques and their potential applications.,User-centric, passionate, solution-oriented, and innovation-driven.