Senior AI Designer (Gamedev)

TL;DR

Senior AI Designer (GameDev): Designing and iterating on innovative AI-focused features and player-facing AI behaviors for AAA titles with an accent on behavior trees and visual scripting. Focus on creating quick prototypes, collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, and empathizing with players to deliver high-quality interactive experiences.

Location: Onsite in Cary, United States

Company

hirify.global is a leading game development company with a global presence, known for creating award-winning games like Fortnite and the Unreal Engine technology.

What you will do

• Own the design vision for AI-focused features within your project.
• Craft high-quality, player-facing AI behaviors and abilities using behavior trees and visual scripting.
• Create quick prototypes to demonstrate new ideas in the game.
• Collaborate with cross-disciplinary team members to deliver high-quality player experiences.
• Cooperate with other AI designers to define and promote a cohesive vision for AI.
• Use playtest feedback to iterate and improve AI features.

Requirements

• Experience shipping multiple AAA titles as a Designer.
• Experience developing AI for a highly systemic environment.
• Experience creating behavior trees and using visual scripting.
• A creative approach that can surprise and amaze players with new ideas.
• Talent for empathizing with players and a deep understanding of player motivations.
• Good communication skills (verbal and written).

Culture & Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for employees and dependents.
• 401k with a competitive company match.
• Robust mental well-being program through Modern Health.
• Unlimited PTO and sick time.
• Company-wide paid breaks and events.
• Paid sabbatical for individuals with 7 years of employment.