Our client is looking for an AI Programmer to join a growing team on a full-time basis. This position is open to remote work for the right candidate, and relocation to the office in Galway, Ireland is also possible. This is an unprecedented opportunity to join a thriving independent development studio and work on a high-profile title that will be played by millions of gamers worldwide.
You will create exciting character behaviours in Unreal Engine to support cutting-edge multiplayer PC and console games. As part of a thriving independent development studio, you will have a significant impact and contribute on multiple levels to the games we make.
In your first few weeks in this AI Developer role, you can expect to:
- Develop exciting, efficient, and varied AI behaviours and controllers for the various characters in a real-time cutting-edge game in Unreal Engine 5
- Collaborate with fellow members of the development team to ensure the AI behaviour matches the requirements of the game design with the technical constraints of the engine
- Integrate AI middleware to provide low-level navmesh, pathfinding and dynamic obstacle avoidance capabilities
- Work closely with the animation team and ensure AI movement and actions are aligned with the character animations
To apply for this AI role, you will need a proven track record of designing and implementing real-time AI behaviours in a 3D environment. You will also require the following:
- A deep understanding of real-time behaviour planning and navmeshes
- Experience implementing AI senses, plans and reactions efficiently in real-world games
- Experience mapping AI behaviours to character animations and physics
- Proficiency in C++
- 3+ years of professional experience in the games industry
In return for your dedication, collaboration and commitment, you will receive a generous salary and benefits package and join a welcoming and inclusive culture.
If this full-time remote AI Programmer job motivates and inspires you, please contact Ryan from Skillsearch at rt@skillsearch.com today.
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