Senior AI Programmer, Special Projects

Epic Games•Cary, NC

42d

About The Position

Epic Games is looking for an experienced Senior AI Programmer to join the Special Projects team. As a member of our team, you will play a critical role in driving future projects that push boundaries, explore new technology, and help define the future of Unreal Engine. As a Senior AI Programmer, you will define and implement the AI aspects of interactive projects and systems while collaborating with engineering teams, artists and designers to create cutting-edge interactive experiences.

Requirements

Experience developing games professionally, especially with Unreal Engine, including shipping AAA titles that feature gameplay AI
Experience working with gameplay AI systems (eg Behavior Trees, Finite State Machines, Hierarchical Task Networks, Pathfinding, etc.)
Strong C++ skills to architect and build gameplay AI systems and tools
Fearless when it comes to diving into complex systems and existing code bases
Well-versed in games, with the ability to articulate what is strong/weak about the design of existing games (especially online games)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and able to work independently
Creativity in problem-solving and the ability to think outside of the established solutions
Knowledge of ML/AI and its potential applications
Someone who is user-focused, passionate, solutions-focused, and innovative. These traits equal success at Epic and influence everything we do

Responsibilities

Drive, create and maintain core AI systems for Special Project, taking a systems-level approach to building a strong performant architecture
Experiment with game design and use rapid prototyping while ensuring that strong architectural and algorithmic decisions are made
Prototype and iterate on features and be willing to accept and respond to critical feedback while ensuring that strong architectural and algorithmic decisions are made; write robust, maintainable code
Work closely with art, animation and design to create and iterate on gameplay AI features
Collaborate with Fortnite and Unreal Engine teams to improve core AI systems and how they are used in games
Optimize code and fix bugs in existing gameplay systems
Contribute ideas toward all aspects of the game's production and development

Benefits

We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match.
We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents.
Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks.
We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.

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