Senior Expert AI Engineer (NPC Behavior)

Key Skills

Aartificial intelligence, Algorithms, C Programming, C++, Data structuring, Design, Effective communication skills

Job Description

Elsewhere Entertainment is looking for an Expert AI Engineer (NPC Behavior) to join the development of a new IP.

You will work closely with game design team, create tools, systems and features.

You’ll help take the studio and our game from great to even better—with a focus on inclusivity, mutual respect (for ourselves and our players), thoughtfulness, empathy, professionalism, and collaboration. 

You'll help us by...

• Work alongside our design and content teams to develop new AI characters and behaviors

• Implement, debug and optimize major systems in C/C++ and other languages in the context of a large cross platform codebase

• Design and implement optimized AI systems

• Provide mentorship to junior engineers

You're awesome because you have...

• Excellent C++ programming skills, with knowledge of algorithms and data structures

• Fluency in 3D math and algebra, related to game programming

• Strong design sensibilities and outstanding communication skills.

• A passion for making video games

• Validated debugging skills

• Experience extending an established code base

• 5+ years of experience in games or real-time AI

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or Math related field

Bonus Points:

• Shipped 1 or more AAA titles

• Major recognition in your field of work

• Experience in adjacent disciplines such as quest design, environment art, programming, etc.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! At Activision, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.