AI Engineer (Gameplay)

Location: Hybrid position based in the Toronto Studio, Canada; permanent remote work is not available.

Salary: CAD 119,278–157,642 annual base pay, plus potential discretionary incentive compensation.

Company

hirify.global is a video game developer, publisher, and distributor; Sledgehammer Games is part of Activision and develops titles including the Call of Duty franchise.

What you will do

• Expand AI technology and develop new gameplay experiences.
• Partner with design and content teams to create AI characters and behaviors.
• Implement, debug, and optimize major systems in C/C++ and other languages within a large cross-platform codebase.
• Design optimized AI systems for gameplay.
• Mentor less experienced engineers and collaborate with teams in the United States and Australia.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in games or real-time AI.
• Excellent C++ programming skills, including algorithms and data structures.
• Fluency in 3D math and algebra for game programming.
• Validated debugging skills and experience extending an established codebase.
• At least one shipped game, strong communication and design sensibilities, and a passion for video games.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related field.

Nice to have

• Experience with AI systems in networked environments, animation systems, navigation mesh generation, pathfinding, or AI-controlled vehicles.
• Optimization expertise, scripting language experience, or console development experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Collaborative work with engineering, design, content, and international studio teams.
• Extended health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Additional programs may include supplemental life and critical illness coverage and legal services.
• Relocation assistance may be available if the company requires a geographic move for the role.