Creature AI Programmer

Playdead; København; On-site; DKK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading game development studio in Copenhagen is seeking an experienced Creature AI Programmer to support the development of creatures within their animation team. The role involves designing AI systems, collaborating with animators, and using your strong C++ and Unreal Engine skills to enhance gameplay functionality. Ideal candidates will have experience in developing AAA games and be ready to work in a creative, iterative environment. This position fosters innovation and problem-solving in a collaborative team of passionate professionals.

Qualifications

• Professional experience working with AI development, tooling and/or animation systems.
• Deep technical experience with C++ and Unreal Engine.
• Experience developing and releasing at least 1 AAA game.

Responsibilities

• Designing and developing new AI systems and features.
• Creating custom scenarios in collaboration with the animation team.
• Developing debug tools for animators.
• Engaging with the wider programming team.

Skills

AI development

C++

Unreal Engine

Animation systems

Problem-solving

Job description

We are looking for an experienced creature AI Programmer who will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of creatures in our animation team. This position will create systems and features that enhance the work of our animators and will be a key interface with the wider programming team. You will deploy a variety of skills to bring these creatures to life and a strong understanding of animation, physics, AI and gameplay programming is essential.

You should be willing to work at the Playdead office in Copenhagen, Denmark.

What will I be doing?

• Designing and developing new AI systems and features to aid creature setup, navigation and interaction between creatures and an open world environment.
• Create custom scenarios in collaboration with the animation team
• Develop debug tools to help our animators when needed
• Engage with the wider programming team to ensure we develop sustainable, optimised and stable functionality.

What we would like to see

• Professional experience working with AI development, tooling and/or animation systems
• Deep technical experience and competence working with C++ and Unreal engine
• You have developed and released at least 1 AAA game
• You have a collaborative spirit and work to solve problems as a member of the wider production team

We are open minded about the technologies we deploy and always open to consider new options to solve emerging challenges.

Who we are

Playdead is an independent game developer based in Copenhagen, Denmark. We are the creators and publishers of LIMBO and INSIDE. Our current project is a 3rd person, open world, science fiction adventure built for multiple platforms on Unreal Engine, published by Epic Games Publishing.

Our legacy and ambition is to make games with an uncompromising attention to detail. Our approach to development is experimental, iterative and collaborative. We are particularly interested in friendly, talented people who feel confident taking charge of their own schedule.

We are currently more than 100 creative professionals and still looking to grow.

Learn more about us at www.playdead.com