As a Senior AI Programmer, you will build major AI systems for games, collaborate with designers, and optimize code while ensuring AI behaviors are advanced and efficient.
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Job Description
CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior AI Programmer to join our team in US / Canada to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. In this role, you will help the team develop believable worlds by creating systems and features that aid our designers create highly advanced AI behaviours.
Daily Responsibilities:
- Work closely with designers and other developers to understand their needs and ensure they have the ability to create smart and efficient AI systems.
- Build and maintain major systems that define AI behaviour in an open world.
- Develop debug tools, designer tools needed for the systems.
- Write high-quality code that is optimised, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.
- Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure the tools contribute effectively to all game systems and components.
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- At least 7 years of professional experience as a programmer within the games industry.
- Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
- Experience with current-gen console hardware.
- A good understanding of geometric algorithms and data structures.
- Experience developing AI systems in games.
- Experience in writing Multi Threaded systems.
- Extensive knowledge of internal Unreal workings, especially Blackboards and Smart Objects
- A good understanding of 3D mathematics.
- Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Nice to have:
(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position)
- Professional experience with Mass AI in Unreal 5.
- Experience with ECS or Mass Framework.
- Shipped at least 1 AAA title.
Additional Information
This job can be fully remote from the USA or Canada.
Health & Well-being
- Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
- Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
- No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
- 401K with employer matching.
- Gym Membership Reimbursement.
Perks & Professional Growth
- Flexible working hours.
- Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
- Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
- A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
Life in the Office
- Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
- Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
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Top Skills
C++
Unreal Engine
CD PROJEKT RED Waltham, Massachusetts, USA Office
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States, 02452
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