πCanada
Senior AI Programmer
closed
Digital Extremes
πRemote - Worldwide
Summary
Join Digital Extremes as a Senior AI Programmer in London, Ontario. Collaborate with a talented team to craft engaging game worlds and drive technical excellence. Architect, implement, and maintain AI systems, mentor other programmers, and push the boundaries of AI technology.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Game Development or equivalent experience required
- 5+ years of experience in game AI programming, with at least one shipped title
- Strong proficiency in C and C++ (required)
- Expertise in AI systems such as navigation, decision-making, and behavioral AI (required)
- Experience with large-scale C++ project development and concurrent programming
- Familiarity with low-level systems and profiling tools (e.g., VTune)
- Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
- Passionate about creating engaging and innovative game experiences
- Ability to work independently & within a team setting, contributing to both technical and creative discussions
Responsibilities
- Architect, implement, and maintain AI systems such as navigation, decision-making, knowledge representation, and dialogue to enhance gameplay experiences
- Collaborate with Design, Animation, and other cross-functional teams to integrate new AI-driven gameplay features
- Evaluate, iterate, and improve AI systems and NPC behaviors, ensuring high-quality execution
- Profile and optimize AI code, identifying bottlenecks and ensuring smooth, responsive systems
- Own and manage specific AI subsystems, driving their development from concept through final implementation
- Mentor other programmers, providing technical guidance and fostering a collaborative learning environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in animation systems, with a focus on developing and implementing animation graphs to drive character and object behaviors
- Console programming experience
Benefits
- Competitive salary with potential bonus opportunities
- Excellent benefits and paid time off
- Matching RRSP or Simple IRA
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Virtual access to Dialogue or Magellan, our mental wellness and healthcare services app
- Professional development and career support
- Work-life balance wellness subsidies
- Be part of βGiving Backβ through a multitude of fundraising venues at DE
- Employee events and team building exercises
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