Lead AI Programmer

December 11, 2023

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games • development • entertainment • CRYENGINE • Software

501 - 1000

Description

• Lead the AI programming discipline and enable them to reach their full potential. • Work with existing engine code base to architect and enhance AI. • Work closely with animators, artists, designers and programmers to improve the AI system and support them in its application and tuning. • Optimize and debug high-end Console and PC performance. • Gather requirements and set goals for the AI team, lead the design and architecture of the code development and coordinate its implementation. • Coordinate with other Leads and Directors including from other projects. • Research the latest techniques in game AI to create believable characters and environments. • Proactively drive your team and improve product quality as well as group productivity. • Delegate effectively while involving team members in the decision making process. • Coordinate with other studio groups including art, design and production to achieve project objectives. • Be a role model for Regular/Senior programmers and oversee the mentoring process inside the discipline.

Requirements

• 7+ years of programming experience in game AI development. • At least a Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience. • Worked on shipped products on either console or PC. • Previously held a senior AI programmer or equivalent position. • Excellent understanding of C++ in a games development environment. • Experience with multi-threading. • Strong software engineering and debugging skills. • Experience with performance measurement and optimization. • Excellent understanding of AI architecture and standard technology (finite state machines, behavior trees, path finding, goal-oriented behavior, rule-based systems, learning, crowd behavior etc.). • Experience with any game engine (preferably CRYENGINE). • Ability to learn and master a large existing code base. • Ability to learn about new techniques and adapt them to project requirements. • Good communication skills and ability to work effectively on shared projects with designers, animators, artists, testers, and other developers.

Benefits

• Home Office • Career Path • Company Apartment • Relocation Support • Public Transport Pass • Gym Card • International Environment • German Classes • Events • Vacation Days