Sr. AI Engineer

$117,500 - $117,500/Yr

Wizards Of The Coast - Durham, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Durham, NC

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

About the position

The Senior AI Engineer at Wizards of the Coast's Atomic Arcade will play a crucial role in developing high-quality AI systems for a new AAA game based on the GI JOE Universe. This position involves collaboration with various teams to enhance the gaming experience and contribute to the foundational development of the studio.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain AI gameplay systems using Unreal Engine 5
• Collaborate with designers, engineers, and artists to enhance the game experience to AAA standards
• Write clear, performant, maintainable, and portable code
• Profile, analyze, and optimize AI gameplay systems across all applicable platforms
• Accurately estimate effort and deliver high-quality results
• Contribute innovative and original ideas on all aspects of game development
• Provide high-quality code review feedback

Requirements

• 5+ years experience developing AAA titles
• Advanced understanding of C++
• Proficient in the fundamentals of 3D math
• Experience working with video game AI systems like behavior trees and state machines
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills
• Experience multi-tasking and adapting easily to change
• Passion for making and playing games
• Enthusiastic, positive, and team-oriented; ability to interact and collaborate with all departments and teams
• Self-sufficient and self-motivated, with the ability to work independently

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation Time & Holidays
• Generous 401(k) match
• Paid Parental Leave
• Volunteer Program
• Employee Giving & Matching Gifts Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Product Discounts