Lead AI Programmer

2 Months ago • 7 Years + • Research Development

Job Summary

Job Description

As the Lead AI Programmer, you will be a key player in developing highly optimized, cutting-edge AI systems for Gray Zone Warfare. You will lead a small team of senior programmers, focusing on hands-on work, smart decisions, and pushing AI to feel real and responsive. Responsibilities include designing, developing, and implementing AI systems, collaborating with the team, creating solutions for server optimization, mentoring junior programmers, and continuous improvement of AI systems.
Must have:
  • 7+ years of game programming with a focus on AI.
  • Exceptional proficiency in C++ and experience with optimization.
  • Deep understanding of game AI systems.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Passion for online multiplayer gaming.
Perks:
  • Dream team of gaming enthusiasts.
  • Modern gaming office with relaxation and socializing spaces.
  • Transparent working environment.
  • 5 weeks of vacation, flexible working hours, meal vouchers, on-site gym, and sponsored massages.
  • Sabbatical leave after seven years.
  • Employee referral program.
  • Team-building events.
  • Relocation package for EU foreigners.

Job Details

Join our talented and passionate team at MADFINGER Games, where we are setting new standards in the world of gaming.


Gray Zone Warfare has been under development in our bustling offices for over two years. This immersive tactical FPS, powered by Unreal Engine 5, focuses on realism, breathtaking visuals, and engaging gameplay. At MADFINGER, we have always been committed to crafting world-class gaming experiences, and our community of players attests to the quality of our previous titles. Moving forward, we remain dedicated to pushing the boundaries of the gaming industry, and now we’re searching for a Lead AI Programmer to guide our AI systems to new heights. Check out our trailer here:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CEqmu4QvkKE

As a Lead AI Programmer, you’ll take a crucial role in the development. You will lead the charge in creating highly optimized, cutting-edge AI systems that will deliver a truly immersive and captivating experience for our players. You’ll lead a small, senior team (2-3 people, including other principal-level devs). This role is all about hands-on work, smart decisions, and pushing AI to feel real and responsive. It's not a people-management job, it's about being a technical leader the team can rely on. If you’re passionate about AI development, have a strong foundation in multiplayer programming, and are ready to take on a leadership role, we’d love to meet you!

WHAT WILL BE YOUR MISSION?

  • Leading the design, development, and implementation of AI systems that push the limits of realism and immersion in Gray Zone Warfare.
  • Collaborating closely with our multi-disciplinary team to ensure AI behaviors, navigation, and decision-making processes are perfectly integrated with gameplay.
  • Creating innovative solutions to manage and optimize a large number of AIs on the server, delivering an unparalleled multiplayer experience.
  • Mentoring and guiding junior programmers, fostering a culture of excellence and teamwork.
  • Driving continuous improvement in AI systems, ensuring that performance and memory optimization meet the highest standards.


WHO WILL THRIVE WITH US?

  • Proven Leadership: 7+ years of experience in game programming with a focus on AI, including at least one shipped premium title in a lead or senior capacity.
  • Technical Mastery: Exceptional proficiency in C++ and experience with performance optimization and memory management.
  • AI Expertise: Deep understanding of game AI systems, including Navigation, Pathfinding, Goal-Oriented Action Planning (GOAP), Hierarchical Task Networks (HTN), Behaviour Tree, and Utility AI.
  • Collaborative Spirit: Strong communication and teamwork skills, with a passion for sharing knowledge and helping your team succeed.
  • Gaming Enthusiast: A true fan of online multiplayer gaming, eager to create the next breakthrough title in the genre.
  • It is mandatory to be based in Brno, so you must be willing to move. We can, of course, provide you with relocation support.


We can OFFER you

  • A dream team, of course. Full of gaming enthusiasts 😊.
  • A modern gaming office - a space not only for work but also for relaxation and socializing in our Relax room.
  • Transparent working environment with open communication.
  • Benefits package - 5 weeks of vacation, flexible working hours, a lump sum for meal vouchers, on-site gym, and sponsored massages.
  • Sabbatical leave after seven years working for the company.
  • Employee referral program.
  • An opportunity to meet other colleagues not only at work but also at various teambuilding events in and out of the office.
  • Relocation package for EU foreigners.


ARE YOU CURIOUS?


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Join our team of highly-skilled and passionate individuals from around the globe, and let's change the world of FPS together! Our mission is to produce a hyper-realistic FPS that will push the boundaries of what is possible and sets a new standard for player experience and immersion. However, we cannot do that alone! If you share our vision and want to help us bring it to life, we invite you to join us.

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