Senior Software Developer, Amazon Games AI

Amazon; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Senior Software Developer in the gaming sector, where you'll harness cutting-edge Machine Learning and AI technologies to create innovative gameplay experiences. In this exciting role, you will lead the development of scalable engine components, mentor junior engineers, and collaborate with talented teams to push the boundaries of interactive entertainment. This position offers the unique opportunity to work with industry veterans on AAA multiplayer games, ensuring your contributions directly impact the gaming community. If you are passionate about game development and eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Flexible working hours

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 8+ years of software development experience, with 3 years in game development.
• Proficiency in C++ and experience with Unreal or Unity game engines.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of AI-driven game engine components.
• Collaborate with scientists to integrate AI technologies into games.

Skills

C++

Machine Learning (ML)

Reinforcement Learning (RL)

Generative AI

Game Development

Unreal Engine

Unity

Software Development

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

ML Frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow)

Cloud-based AI services

Game engines

Job description

Senior Software Developer, Amazon Games AI

Job ID: 2847959 | Amazon.com Services LLC - A57

Amazon Games is seeking a highly effective Senior Software Development Engineer to lead the implementation of innovative Machine Learning (ML), Reinforcement Learning (RL), and Generative AI techniques for game development applications. In this role, you will bridge the gap between our AI/ML science advancements and practical game development, creating reusable engine components and middleware. You will drive the development of AI technologies to enhance gameplay, optimize development workflows, and push the boundaries of interactive entertainment.

At Amazon Games, our ambition is to create bold new experiences that foster community in and around our games. Our team of game industry veterans develops AAA multiplayer games and original IPs, with teams in Seattle, Orange County, San Diego, Montreal, and Bucharest. Amazon Games, through its Studios, Publishing, and Prime Gaming divisions collaborating with external partners, aims to develop, publish, and deliver compelling AAA games and content experiences for gamers to discover.

Key job responsibilities

1. Lead the design and development of robust, scalable, and reusable engine components that implement ML, RL, and Gen AI techniques that will be used by game teams using engines such as Unreal and Unity.
2. Collaborate closely with Applied Scientists to translate their research and prototypes into production-ready game engine features.
3. Develop a reusable middleware layer that facilitates the integration of AI technologies across multiple game projects and platforms.
4. Collaborate with game teams to deliver AI-driven features into their workflows and game systems.
5. Optimize AI implementation for performance, ensuring they meet the real-time requirements of game engines.
6. Contribute to the architecture and design of game systems that leverage AI technologies.
7. Collaborate with other Amazon teams to identify and develop sharable AI technologies and tools.
8. Stay current with advancements in game engine technologies, ML/RL/Gen AI, and their applications in gaming.
9. Evaluate and integrate third-party AI solutions when appropriate, ensuring they meet our quality and performance standards.
10. Mentor junior engineers and promote best practices in software engineering and AI implementation within the game development context.
11. Champion the responsible implementation of AI in games, considering player experience, fairness, and potential biases.

A day in the life

1. You thrive in a collaborative environment where your decisions have significant impact and influence.
2. You are passionate about building game experiences that delight players.
3. You deliver great workflows, tools, and game innovations to your fellow developers and constantly seek improvement.
4. You want to be part of something exciting and unique in the gaming ecosystem.

About the team

The Amazon Games Studio AI Research team focuses on artificial intelligence innovation in gaming. Our highly skilled, multi-discipline team works across Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, and Generative AI to reimagine game development. We work closely with first-party game developers and partner studios to bring creative visions to life. Our mission is to use AI responsibly to transform gameplay experiences, enrich narratives, and provide creators with practical tools to optimize their production pipelines.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
2. 8+ years of professional software development experience, with at least 3 years in game development.
3. Proficiency in C++ and experience with game engines (Unreal, Unity, or proprietary).
4. 5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience.
5. Experience in designing and developing reusable software components and APIs.
6. Experience as a mentor, tech lead or leading an engineering team.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
2. Experience working with ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, etc.) and integrating them into game engines.
3. Experience with designing and deploying services and products that leverage generative AI models.
4. Experience with cloud-based AI services and their integration into game systems.
5. Familiarity with GPU programming and optimization techniques for AI in games.
6. Solid understanding of computer graphics, game physics, and real-time systems.
7. Shipped games that incorporate advanced AI techniques.
8. Contributed to open-source projects or game development tools.
9. Proven track record of leading complex software projects and mentoring junior engineers.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.