Senior AI Programmer

1 Day ago • 7 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Senior AI Programmer will be responsible for developing AI systems and features to create believable worlds in Cyberpunk 2. This role involves collaborating with designers and other developers to understand their needs, building and maintaining AI behavior systems, developing debug and designer tools, writing optimized and bug-free code, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. The programmer will need to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation.
Must have:
  • 7+ years of programming experience in the games industry.
  • Strong proficiency in C++ and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
  • Experience with current-gen console hardware.
  • Understanding of geometric algorithms and data structures.
  • Experience developing AI systems in games.
  • Experience in writing Multi Threaded systems.
  • Knowledge of Unreal workings, especially Blackboards and Smart Objects.
  • Understanding of 3D mathematics.
  • Excellent communication skills.
Good to have:
  • Professional experience with Mass AI in Unreal 5.
  • Experience with ECS or Mass Framework.
  • Shipped at least 1 AAA title.
Perks:
  • Company paid medical healthcare (dental, vision & mental).
  • Paid Leave — 20 days of holiday per year (26 days after two years).
  • No dress-code.
  • 401K with employer matching.
  • Gym Membership Reimbursement.
  • Flexible working hours.
  • Trainings, lectures and courses.
  • Merch.
  • A welcome pack filled with goodies.
  • Dog-friendly office.
  • Truly international working environment.

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 Senior AI Programmer to join our team in US / Canada to work on Cyberpunk 2, the follow-up to Cyberpunk 2077. In this role, you will help the team develop believable worlds by creating systems and features that aid our designers create highly advanced AI behaviours. 

Daily Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with designers and other developers to understand their needs and ensure they have the ability to create smart and efficient AI systems. 
  • Build and maintain major systems that define AI behaviour in an open world.
  • Develop debug tools, designer tools needed for the systems. 
  • Write high-quality code that is optimised, bug-free, and aligned with project goals.
  • Foster cross-functional collaboration to ensure the tools contribute effectively to all game systems and components.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

  • At least 7 years of professional experience as a programmer within the games industry.
  • Strong proficiency in C++ programming and knowledge of Unreal Engine.
  • Experience with current-gen console hardware.
  • A good understanding of geometric algorithms and data structures.
  • Experience developing AI systems in games. 
  • Experience in writing Multi Threaded systems. 
  • Extensive knowledge of internal Unreal workings, especially Blackboards and Smart Objects
  • A good understanding of 3D mathematics. 
  • Ability to think creatively and strategically to overcome technical challenges and drive innovation in technology.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have:

(Please note that these skills are not required to apply for the position)

  • Professional experience with Mass AI in Unreal 5.
  • Experience with ECS or Mass Framework. 
  • Shipped at least 1 AAA title. 

Additional Information

This job can be fully remote from the USA or Canada. 

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.
  • 401K 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.

Life in the Office

  • Dog-friendly office — dog owner? Bring your pooch with you and look after them while working! There’s always a furry friend or two to meet at the studio.
  • Truly international working environment — a chance to meet and work with a diverse selection of people from all around the world.
     

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About The Company

CD PROJEKT RED is home to over 1000 game-making professionals from all over the globe. We speak many different languages, but share one love — video games.


We are creators of The Witcher series of games, including the acclaimed The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Most recently, we have created Cyberpunk 2077 and its spy-thriller expansion Phantom Liberty.


We are headquartered in Warsaw, Poland, with studios in Cracow and Wroclaw. In North America, we operate in Vancouver and will be opening a new studio in Boston to drive development on the followup to Cyberpunk 2077. 


We’re proud to have a gamer-first approach, a diverse & supportive culture, and a focus on mature, meaningful storytelling that will inspire gamers for years to come.


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