AI Engineer (Unreal Engine 5)

TL;DR

AI Engineer (Unreal Engine 5): Developing and maintaining AI systems and behaviors using Unreal Engine 5’s frameworks and custom code, with an accent on implementing decision-making logic, pathfinding, and dynamic reactions for interactive NPCs. Focus on architectural planning, prototyping new AI features, and optimizing existing AI components for performance, scalability, and realism across multiple platforms.

Location: Onsite (implicitly, based on benefits like Multisport card and office snacks).

Company

hirify.global is a game development support studio specializing in creating interactive experiences.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain AI systems and behaviors using Unreal Engine 5’s frameworks and custom code.
• Implement decision-making logic, pathfinding, perception, and dynamic reactions for interactive NPCs.
• Collaborate with design and gameplay teams to build robust, flexible AI architectures.
• Enhance and optimize existing AI components for performance, scalability, and realism.
• Work across Unreal’s AI toolset, including Behavior Trees, EQS, AI Controllers, and Navigation systems.
• Participate in architectural planning, prototyping new AI features, and iterating on gameplay behaviors.

Requirements

• Strong C++ programming skills, proven through professional or commercial experience.
• Proven experience working with Unreal Engine 4 or 5 AI Framework (Behavior Trees, Blackboards, Navigation Mesh, Pathfinding, Perception systems).
• Experience in working with Gameplay Ability System (GAS).
• Solid understanding of math and algorithms relevant to AI (vector math, spatial reasoning, and pathfinding heuristics).
• Familiarity with gameplay programming principles, event-driven logic, and data-driven authoring pipelines.
• Experience using source control systems such as Perforce or Git.
• Fluent spoken English and strong communication skills to work effectively in a multicultural team.

Culture & Benefits

• Medical Care package and MyCafeteria system (including Multisport card).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for confidential legal, financial, and personal counseling.
• English or Polish language classes.
• Sensibly flexible working hours.
• Breakfasts, snacks, fruits, tea, and coffee machines available during the day.
• Additional benefits: care bonus to cover health, educational and safety needs, corporate parties, and team buildings.