Lead AI Engineer

1 Month ago • 7 Years + • Research Development

Job Summary

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is seeking a Lead AI Engineer for their Boston hub to spearhead AI development for Project Sirius, a multiplayer game set in the Witcher universe. This role involves shaping gameplay systems, driving innovation, and creating immersive open-world experiences. Responsibilities include establishing AI architecture and technical strategy, leading and mentoring AI engineers, developing strategic plans for AI development, and collaborating with art, animation, design, and engineering teams. The role emphasizes driving standards for clean C++ code, ensuring best practices in optimization and maintainability, and proactive issue resolution to deliver a polished product.
Must have:
  • 7+ years of experience as an engineer in games industry
  • Manager or Lead experience
  • AAA title experience for game consoles
  • Unreal Engine 5 knowledge (AI, navigation, smart objects)
  • Multiplayer experience (syncing game states, NPCs)
  • Experience removing systems from Main Thread
  • Modern game systems architecture knowledge
  • Deep C++ knowledge
  • Math & algorithmic skills
  • Practical code parallelization knowledge
  • Ability to work with artists and designers
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good to have:
  • Experience in Agile development environment
Perks:
  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental, vision & mental)
  • 20 days of holiday per year (26 after two years)
  • No dress-code
  • Retirement with employer matching
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement
  • Flexible working hours
  • Trainings, lectures and courses
  • Company merchandise
  • Welcome pack

Job Details

Company Description

To create revolutionary, story-driven RPGs which go straight to the hearts of gamers — this is our mission. Want to dive deeper into our company’s culture? Explore our social media and check out our YouTube channel where we share behind-the-scenes insights and stories direct from our team members!

Job Description

CD PROJEKT RED is looking for a Lead AI Engineer to join our Boston hub and lead the development of AI for Project Sirius - A multiplayer game in the Witcher universe. 

In this position, together with the rest of the team, you will help push the envelope for immersive games in the Witcher universe, creating an emotional, action-packed open-world experience that will stay with gamers. As a Lead AI Engineer, you'll combine your leadership skills with your deep technical expertise to shape the future of our gameplay systems, driving innovation and delivering unforgettable gaming experiences.

Daily Responsibilities

  • Establish and oversee the architecture and technical strategy for AI and systems
  • Lead and mentor a team of talented engineers, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment.
  • Develop strategic plans for the AI, including resource allocation, project timelines, and technology roadmaps.
  • Collaborate closely with art, animation, design, and other engineering teams to align AI and crowd systems with the creative vision for the project.
  • Drive standards for clean, high-quality, and efficient C++ code, ensuring best practices in optimization, readability, and maintainability.
  • Ensure thorough documentation, both in-code and for broader knowledge-sharing, enabling smooth onboarding and collaboration within the team and across departments.
  • Direct efforts to proactively identify and resolve issues, ensuring that character systems contribute to an overall polished and performant product.
  • Stay up-to-date with the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in AI, navigation and behavior systems, and bring innovative ideas to the team.

Qualifications

  • At least 7 years of professional experience as an engineer within the games industry
  • Formal experience as a Manager or Lead.
  • Experience in creating an AAA title for game consoles, debugging, and profiling these games in a console environment.
  • Good knowledge of Unreal Engine 5 - especially features and systems related to the AI, navigation, smart objects, movement, etc.
  • Experience with Multiplayer, syncing game states, and NPCs.
  • Experience with removing systems from the Main Thread.
  • Knowledge of modern game systems architecture.
  • Deep knowledge of C++.
  • Math & algorithmic skills.
  • Good & practical knowledge of code parallelization.
  • Being able to work with not only programmers but also artists and designers in a multilingual environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Experience working in an Agile development environment is a plus, with a mindset geared towards adaptability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

This job requires working in Boston, US.
Working mode: in-office in a hybrid or full-time capacity.   

Health & Well-being

  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday for every team member per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code — we like to keep it casual.
  • Retirement with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.

Perks & Professional Growth

  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses — internal workshops, knowledge-sharing initiatives, online tutorials, and e-learning classes are all available. There’s always something to learn!
  • Merch — gifts for newborn rebels and regular chances to nab some cool swag!
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies — to help you feel right at home once you join the team.

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