Software Engineer (ML/Game Development)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (ML/Game Development): Designing and shipping machine learning and generative AI features for an internally developed game with an accent on LLM-powered NPC dialogue and model infrastructure. Focus on finetuning and optimizing models for real-time in-game use, balancing quality against latency and memory.

Location: Hybrid (Redondo Beach, California)

Salary: $75,000 - $119,000 per year

Company

US subsidiary of the Japanese game company hirify.global, publishing titles across consoles, handhelds, and mobile platforms.

What you will do

• Design and implement ML/AI-driven features, specifically focusing on LLM-powered NPC dialogue.
• Finetune and optimize models for in-game use to balance quality, latency, memory, and cost.
• Build and maintain inference systems and data pipelines integrated with the game engine runtime.
• Develop general gameplay features and game code alongside ML implementation.
• Collaborate with artists, game designers, and gameplay engineers to plan AI features.
• Test and provide feedback on prototypes for future titles and AI systems.

Requirements

• Must be based in the USA (Hybrid in Redondo Beach, CA)
• Approximately 4 years of programming experience (professional or academic).
• Hands-on experience finetuning or deploying ML models outside of standard coursework.
• Solid general programming proficiency and comfort working in a production codebase.
• B.S. or equivalent in Computer Science.
• Strong communication skills and passion for narrative games.

Nice to have

• C++ and game-engine experience, specifically with Unreal Engine.
• Experience deploying models for low-latency, real-time inference.
• Familiarity with 3D graphics, shaders, or GPU programming.

Culture & Benefits

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching.
• Competitive paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and winter breaks.
• Collaborative environment focused on a shared passion for gaming.
• Performance-based incentives.