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 perception for interactive NPCs. Focus on architectural planning, prototyping new AI features, and enhancing existing AI components for performance and scalability.

Company

hirify.global is a game development company focused on delivering exciting and challenging projects for an international team.

What you will do

• Develop and maintain AI systems and behaviors using Unreal Engine 5 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 supporting varied gameplay scenarios.
• 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.
• Take part 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 its AI Framework (Behavior Trees, Blackboards, Navigation Mesh, Pathfinding, and 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.
• Friendly team environment.
• Additional care bonus to cover health, educational, and safety needs.