Junior AI Systems Engineer

MindArk is seeking a Junior AI Systems Engineer to join their team in Gothenburg, Sweden, to integrate advanced AI technologies into the immersive MMORPG, Entropia Universe. This role involves building intelligent systems, optimizing CI/CD pipelines, contributing to core C++ systems, and leveraging AI in workflows. The ideal candidate is passionate about gaming and AI, with a strong interest in agentic frameworks, systems engineering, and data-intensive systems, working in a compact, high-caliber team focused on end-to-end ownership and fast execution.

Must Have

• Build and integrate intelligent systems into Entropia Universe
• Work with automation, AI, and agentic frameworks
• Help optimize CI/CD and runtime pipelines
• Contribute to core systems engineering (C++ and related infrastructure)
• Use AI heavily in your own workflow
• Take pride and ownership of your work
• Master's degree in Computer Science or a similar field
• Huge interest in AI
• Comfortable with C++ 20

Good to Have

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field
• A few years of experience within the field
• Creative thinker with a passion for games and a drive to innovate
• Proficiency in Python
• Strong interest or knowledge in Transformer tech, large language models, and agentic frameworks
• Knowledge of game development principles and methodologies
• Problem-solving and communication skills
• Being flexible and able to work with a larger technical ecosystem

Perks & Benefits

• Work on a live, large-scale MMO with a real-cash economy
• Work with cutting-edge systems and AI tooling
• High-impact role in a small, focused team
• Competitive compensation
• Plenty of room to grow in the new era of AI
• Strong support and mentorship from highly talented colleagues

Junior AI Systems Engineer

Join Our AI Team as a Game Engineer for Entropia Universe! Are you passionate about integrating advanced AI technologies into immersive gaming experiences? Are you interested in building the next generation of MMORPG games?

About Us:

Based in Gothenburg, we're a compact, high-caliber team evolving Entropia Universe, a long-standing MMO built around a real-cash economy. We care about end-to-end ownership, fast execution, and ego-free collaboration, and we're looking for someone who wants to build seriously, move quickly, and help define the future of MMO games.

We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive workplace where everyone's contributions are recognized and appreciated.

Role Overview:

As a Junior AI Systems Engineer, you will:

Build and integrate intelligent systems into Entropia Universe.

Work with automation, AI, and agentic frameworks to create new in-game behaviors and tools.

Help optimize our CI/CD and runtime pipelines for performance and quality.

Contribute to core systems engineering (C++ and related infrastructure).

Use AI heavily in your own workflow to move faster and smarter.

Take pride and ownership of your work all the way through to the end user.

This is a general engineering role, not tied to a single fixed team.

You:

Master's degree in Computer Science or a similar field, with strong grades preferred.

Huge interest in AI is crucial: you follow new models, tools, and trends and ideally build with them in your spare time.

Comfortable with C++ 20; Python is a strong plus.

Strong interest in:

AI and agentic frameworks

Systems engineering and creating great games

Automation and building intelligent systems

Problem solving

Databases (SQL and NoSQL) and data-intensive systems

Basic networking concepts and distributed systems

Containerization and tooling such as Docker

Passion for games and how AI can change the video game industry.

Low ego, end-to-end ownership, clear communication.

What we value:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Game Development, or a related field.
• A few years of experience within the field.
• Creative thinker with a passion for games and a drive to innovate within the gaming space.
• Proficiency in C++.
• Proficiency in Python is a strong plus.
• Strong interest or knowledge in Transformer tech, large language models, and agentic frameworks.
• Knowledge of game development principles and methodologies.
• Problem-solving and communication skills.
• Being flexible and able to work with a larger technical ecosystem.

Why Join Mindark:

• Work on a live, large-scale MMO with a real-cash economy.
• Work with cutting-edge systems and AI tooling that are still rare in the MMO space.
• High-impact role in a small, focused team.
• Competitive compensation and plenty of room to grow in the new era of AI.
• Strong support and mentorship from highly talented colleagues.

The opportunities are endless.

If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of gaming and AI technologies and want to be part of a team shaping the future of virtual worlds, we'd love to hear from you! Join us on our quest to create unforgettable experiences within the Entropia Universe.