Senior Gameplay AI Programmer, Game Foundation

Epic Games • Cary, NC

13h

About The Position

Epic Games is seeking an experienced Senior Gameplay AI Engineer with an interest in Machine Learning (ML) / Large Language Models (LLMs) to join the Fortnite Game Foundations team. Our group develops new technology for Unreal Engine 6, with a focus on adapting Fortnite's systems to it. Using Scene Graph and Verse, you will help redefine Fortnite's systems in this new framework. This is a rare opportunity to help shape Epic's game engine while contributing to one of the world's most acclaimed games.

Requirements

• Professional game development experience, including shipping AAA titles featuring gameplay AI
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, self-motivated, and able to work independently
• Strong understanding of gameplay AI systems such as Behaviour Trees, Finite State Machines, and Pathfinding
• Strong C++ skills for building efficient gameplay AI systems and tools
• Empathy for creators new to programming and game development, with a drive to make AI easy to use without losing flexibility or power

Nice To Haves

• Experience with live service games and consoles is a plus
• Experience in Machine Learning or LLM technologies; prior exposure through work, courses, or personal projects

Responsibilities

• Drive initiatives with minimal oversight to build strong, performant foundations that will last for years
• Analyze current Fortnite LLM systems and develop a strategic plan to unify them into NPC systems
• Improve current Reinforcement Learning strategies to target
• Ensure high-quality user experiences across all supported platforms, with attention to usability for developers new to UEFN

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed