Senior AI Programmer – Remote & Flexible, Multiplayer AAA

Lucid Games Ltd; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A gaming development studio in Liverpool seeks an experienced AI Programmer to join their team. The role focuses on designing and implementing AI features for a new AAA multiplayer title, requiring strong C/C++ knowledge and a passion for game development. Experience within a gaming studio and multiple shipped titles are essential, along with the ability to mentor junior developers. An exciting opportunity with flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.

Benefits

Remote and flexible working

Private healthcare

Employee assistance program

Free parking

Company pension

29 days holidays

Cycle2work scheme

Profit share bonus

Monthly company breakfast

Qualifications

• Experience with multiplayer environments.
• Shipped multiple titles in game development.
• Experience with a dedicated server network model is desirable.
• Familiarity with Epic's Gameplay Ability Systems or modular gameplay frameworks is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement reliable and maintainable AI code.
• Advise and mentor junior staff on best practices.
• Take ownership of key AI feature development for a multiplayer title.

Skills

Excellent C/C++ knowledge

Passion for games

Experience working in a games studio

Developing AI awareness and decision-making systems

Unreal Engine experience

Multiplayer experience

Job description

A gaming development studio in Liverpool seeks an experienced AI Programmer to join their team. The role focuses on designing and implementing AI features for a new AAA multiplayer title, requiring strong C/C++ knowledge and a passion for game development. Experience within a gaming studio and multiple shipped titles are essential, along with the ability to mentor junior developers. An exciting opportunity with flexible working arrangements and excellent benefits.