Senior AI Gameplay Programmer needed to design and implement AI-driven NPC behavior (decision-making, pathfinding, interactions) in a AAA survival city-building game (Solid River).  Collaborate with designers and animators to create realistic, reactive AI characters. Develop procedural AI routines for villagers, enemies, and creatures. Optimize AI performance for large-scale NPC interactions in an open-world environment. Debug, profile, and optimize AI systems for seamless gameplay.  Requires 3+ years of AI programming experience for games, strong C++ proficiency, Unreal Engine 5 experience (Behavior Trees, EQS, NavMesh), and experience with procedural AI, crowd simulation, and large-scale NPC behavior.

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                        <span style="font-size:14px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);">welevel GmbH is an innovative game studio based in Munich, backed by top-tier investors.&nbsp;</span>We are developing&nbsp;<strong>Solid River</strong>, the first AAA survival game with deep city-building mechanics in the late game, set in a medieval, procedurally generated world with AI-driven NPCs.<br><span style="font-size:14px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);"><br>Here’s what makes us stand out:</span><span style="font-size:14px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);"><br></span><ul><li style="font-size:14px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);text-align:left;"><strong>Inspiring Work Environment</strong>: A central Munich location with a diverse, motivated, and international team that fosters creativity and collaboration.</li><li style="font-size:14px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);text-align:left;"><strong>Competitive Compensation</strong>: We believe in rewarding talent with attractive and fair packages.</li><li style="font-size:14px;font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;color:rgb(0,0,0);text-align:left;"><strong>Innovative Technology</strong>: Work with the latest tools and technologies to push boundaries and make the impossible possible.</li></ul>
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                            <p>We are looking for a <strong>Senior AI Gameplay Programmer</strong> to push the boundaries of AI-driven NPC behavior in our AAA survival city-building game. You will develop sophisticated AI systems that create unique, emergent gameplay experiences in a procedurally generated world.</p>
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                            <ul><li>Design and implement AI-driven NPC behavior, including decision-making, pathfinding, and interactions.</li><li>Work closely with designers and animators to create lifelike and reactive AI characters.</li><li>Develop procedural AI routines for villagers, enemies, and creatures to enhance realism.</li><li>Optimize AI performance for large-scale NPC interactions in an open-world environment.</li><li>Debug, profile, and optimize AI systems for seamless gameplay performance.</li></ul>
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                            <ul><li>3+ years of experience in AI programming for games.</li><li>Strong proficiency in C++ and experience with Unreal Engine 5 (Behavior Trees, EQS, NavMesh).</li><li>Experience with procedural AI, crowd simulation, and large-scale NPC behavior.</li><li>Passion for survival and city-building games.</li></ul>
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                            <ul><li>Work on a groundbreaking AAA survival city-building game.</li><li>Be part of a passionate and highly experienced team.</li><li>Competitive salary and benefits package.</li><li>Opportunity to innovate in AI-driven game development.</li><li>A chance to grow with a rapidly expanding game studio backed by top industry veterans.</li></ul><p>Are you ready to embark on an epic journey with welevel and make Solid River an unforgettable gaming experience? Don't hesitate!</p><p>Apply now and let your creativity flow like a mighty river!</p>
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                        <span><span style="font-size:14px;">welevel is an innovative AAA game studio based in Munich, dedicated to creating groundbreaking gaming experiences. Our team of gaming enthusiasts is on a mission to redefine the industry with SolidRiver, an enthralling survival RPG fused with city-building excitement. Harnessing the raw power of Unreal Engine 5 and cutting-edge technology, we're crafting a mesmerizing, procedurally generated world that will leave players utterly captivated. Seize the excitement and join welevel in shaping the thrilling future of gaming!</span></span>
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Senior AI Gameplay Programmer