AI Systems Developer (Unreal Engine 5)

TL;DR

AI Systems Developer (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, perception, and dynamic reactions for interactive NPCs. Focus on architectural planning, prototyping new AI features, and enhancing existing AI components for performance, scalability, and realism across multiple platforms.

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 different areas of 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 from concept through final release.

Requirements

• Strong C++ programming skills, proven through professional or commercial experience.
• Proven experience working with Unreal Engine 4 or 5, particularly with AI Frameworks (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 environment.

Culture & Benefits

• Work with an international team of world-class professionals on exciting and challenging projects.
• Learning & Development opportunities including mentoring, lectures, and participation at industry conferences and events.
• Medical Care package.
• Sensibly flexible working hours.
• Breakfasts, snacks and fruits available during the day, with tea and coffee machines.