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Senior Gameplay AI Programmer (R27157)

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Description

This role is for a Senior Gameplay AI Programmer on a new and growing team at Epic Games, focused on building innovative new experiences and technology. The individual will be responsible for core AI features and supporting collaborative development among programmers, designers, and artists. The role involves working on various initiatives from concept to delivery, with opportunities to engage with cutting-edge technologies and talented internal and external teams.

What We're Looking For

Work closely with art and design to create and iterate on gameplay AI features.,Experiment with game design and iterate rapidly while ensuring strong architectural and algorithmic decisions.,Drive, build, and maintain core AI systems shared in the Fortnite AI ecosystem.,Collaborate with engine AI developers to improve AI systems.,Ensure high-quality user experiences across all supported platforms.,Optimize and fix bugs in existing gameplay AI systems.

Ideal Candidate

Experience developing games professionally and shipping AAA titles with AI experience.,Experience working with AI systems (Behavior Trees, Finite State Machine, Pathfinding, Animation, etc.).,Excellent C++ skills and the ability to code and architect AI gameplay mechanics and tools.,Well-versed in games and the ability to articulate what is strong/weak about the design of existing games (an interest in online games is preferred).,Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.,Experience working on a live service game is a plus.,Self-motivated, great work ethic, and able to work independently.,Creativity in problem-solving and the ability to think outside of the established solutions.

Hard Skills

C++
AI systems (Behavior Trees
Finite State Machine
Pathfinding
Animation)
Game Development
AAA Titles
Fortnite AI ecosystem
Live Service Games (plus).

Soft Skills

Communication
Interpersonal skills
Self-motivated
Strong work ethic
Independent work
Creativity
Problem-solving.

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision HRA
Long Term Disability
Life Insurance
401k with competitive match
robust mental well-being program (free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents)
company-wide paid breaks
unlimited PTO and sick time
paid sabbatical after 7 years of employment.

About the Company

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Epic Games, Inc.

Epic Games is an American video game and software developer and publisher based in Cary, North Carolina. The company is best known for developing the Unreal Engine, the globally popular game Fortnite, and operating the Epic Games Store digital storefront.

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