Senior AI Programmer

CD PROJEKT RED; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 72,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the gaming industry seeks a Senior AI Programmer to enhance AI behaviors for their upcoming title. This role involves collaborating with designers to create advanced AI systems, writing high-quality code, and contributing to innovative game development. The position offers flexible remote work options and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Company paid medical healthcare

20 days of holiday

401K with employer matching

Flexible working hours

Training and courses available

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of professional experience in the games industry.
• Strong proficiency in C++ and knowledge of Unreal Engine.

Responsibilities

• Develop AI systems for open-world games.
• Build and maintain AI behavior systems.
• Write optimized, bug-free code.

Skills

C++

AI systems

3D mathematics

Communication

Tools

Unreal Engine

Job description

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Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out ourYouTube channelwhere we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out ourYouTube channelwhere we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Senior AI Programmer to join our team in US / Canada to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. In this role, you will help the team develop believable worlds by creating systems and features that aid our designers create highly advanced AI behaviours.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Work closely with designers and other developers to understand their needs and ensure they have the ability to create smart and efficient AI systems.
• Build and maintain major systems that define AI behaviour in an open world.
• Develop debug tools, designer tools needed for the systems.
• Write high-quality code that is optimised, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.
• Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure the tools contribute effectively to all game systems and components.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• At least 7 years of professional experience as a programmer within the games industry.
• Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
• Experience with current-gen console hardware.
• A good understanding of geometric algorithms and data structures.
• Experience developing AI systems in games.
• Experience in writing Multi Threaded systems.
• Extensive knowledge of internal Unreal workings, especially Blackboards and Smart Objects
• A good understanding of 3D mathematics.
• Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  
  

Nice to have:

(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position)

• Professional experience with Mass AI in Unreal 5.
• Experience with ECS or Mass Framework.
• Shipped at least 1 AAA title.
  
  

Additional Information

This job can be fully remote from the USA or Canada.

Health & Well-being

• Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
• Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
• No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
• 401K with employer matching.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement.
  
  

Perks & Professional Growth

• Flexible working hours.
• Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
• Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
• A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.
  
  

Life in the Office

• Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
• Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Computer Games

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