Senior AI Engineer

Hangar 13; Brighton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

LOCATION: Brighton, UK or Brno or Prague, Czech Republic

REPORTS TO: Technical Director

CONTRACT: Permanent

Who We Are:

Hangar 13 is an internal 2K development studio that creates influential AAA video game experiences across all major platforms. The studio is based in four locations around the world: Brighton (UK), Brno & Prague (Czech Republic) and across the US, working collaboratively as one team. Each of our locations provides the opportunity to work with some of the most talented developers in the industry, on creatively challenging and exciting projects, in a diverse and welcoming environment.

Our focus is on making the highest quality games with sustainable, healthy development plans; to tell stories that engage players through worlds and experiences that keep them hooked from start to finish.

We strive to be a studio that our team members know they can make a difference and grow professionally alongside creating games they are proud of.

What We Need:

Hangar 13 is looking for a Senior AI Engineer who enjoys a collaborative and creative work environment and is looking to work directly with content creators to give them the power to create amazing experiences. Design, develop, implement, and debug code for new and upgraded software products.

What You Will Do:

• Work with an interdisciplinary agile team of designers and engineers to design, prototype, and implement new AI systems
• Provide the Lead Engineer with feedback regarding the time allotted to assigned tasks and implementation concerns
• Generate system documentation and test cases for assigned systems
• Collaborate with the QA staff to identify and fix bugs in a timely manner
• Work with proprietary existing software technology and build new technology in order to fulfill the project’s technical requirements
• Adhere to the project’s coding standards.
• Research coding techniques and algorithms to keep current on technological developments and advancements in the game industry
• Identify technical and developmental risks/obstacles and generate solutions to overcome identified risks
• Help mentor and support more junior members of the team

Who We Think Will Be A Great Fit:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline
• 5+ years of programming experience in a creative environment
• Shipped one or more AAA game titles
• Experience working on AI game sub-systems
• Experience with Unreal Engine
• Experience working on multi-platform software projects

Skills:

• Excellent communication skills with an interest in collaborating with other non-technical disciplines
• Solid expertise in C++
• Good understanding of 3D Algebra and Algorithms suitable for AI Game Development

Please note: 2K Games and its studios never use instant messaging apps or personal email accounts to contact prospective employees or conduct interviews. When emailing, only use 2K.com, hangar13games.com, and 2kczech.com accounts.

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About the company

Hangar 13 is an American video game developer based in Novato, California, in the area of the former Hamilton Air Force Base.