AI Programmer

4 Months ago • 2 Years + • Research Development • $78,000 PA - $82,000 PA

Job Summary

Job Description

The AI Programmer will collaborate with designers and animators to develop AI systems, tools, and behaviors for video games. Responsibilities include architecting and implementing AI systems (navigation, decision-making, dialog), working closely with design and animation teams, iterating on AI systems and NPCs, maintaining code quality, and contributing innovative ideas. The role requires proficiency in C++, Java, or Python, familiarity with Unreal or Unity game engines, excellent communication skills, and a passion for game development. The successful candidate will take ownership of AI systems and drive implementation of their ideas, contributing to the overall game vision.
Must have:
  • 2+ years AI programming experience
  • Proficiency in C++, Java, or Python
  • Game AI development experience
  • Unreal or Unity engine experience
  • Excellent communication skills
Perks:
  • Extended healthcare
  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • Profit sharing bonus
  • RRSP matching plan
  • Wellness subsidies

Job Details

ABOUT THE POSITION 

The AI Programmer (NOC 21232) will work closely with designers, animators and other programmers to develop artificial intelligence (AI) systems, tools, and behaviors to bring the gameplay experience to life. This incumbent will possess exceptional communication skills in written, visual and verbal forms, and excellent knowledge of the video game industry.  Strong ability to take constructive criticism while selling your ideas is critical. Giving direction will be as important as taking it and you must be able to drive implementation of your ideas. We need a team player who values the best ideas regardless of where they come from to create a clear picture of how they fit in the larger vision of the game. An ideal candidate will also be able to provide examples of your design work and communication skills.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT 

Permanent and full time (40 hours per week).

LANGUAGE OF WORK 

English.  

LOCATION OF WORK

The AI Programmer position can either be based at our office in 250 York Street, Suite 100, London, Ontario N6A 6K2 Canada or hybrid remote in Ontario, Canada with periodic visits to our office in 250 York Street, Suite 100, London, Ontario N6A 6K2 Canada.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Architect and implement AI systems, such as navigation, decision making, knowledge and dialog to support cutting edge gameplay.
  • Work closely with the Design and Animation teams to bring ideas and new gameplay features into the game.
  • Evaluate and iterate on implementation of AI systems and NPCs.
  • Maintain code quality and performance and extend systems to support changing design requirements over time.
  • Contribute innovative and original ideas toward all aspects of the game’s production and development.
  • Take ownership and responsibility over a number of AI systems.
  • Implement innovative AI solutions to assist all aspects of the game.
  • Facilitate and encourage open team communication.
  • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS 

  • Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience as an AI Programmer or similar role in the game industry.
  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or game development.
  • Demonstrated experience in Game AI development with multiple shipped products.
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages, such as C++, JAVA, and/or Python.
  • Familiar with multiple facets of game engine systems, such as Unreal and/or Unity.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Excellent team work skills.
  • Excellent knowledge of the video game industry.
  • Be a driven individual who has a proven track record of delivering projects on time.
  • Passion for making and playing games.

WAGE 

The wage range for the AI Programmer (NOC 21232) position is between CAD $100,000 and CAD $105,000 per year, based on work experience and qualifications

BENEFITS 

Digital Extremes provide a competitive benefits package, including the following:

  • Extended healthcare.
  • Three weeks of paid vacation per year and increases, based on the company’s policy.
  • Discretionary profit sharing bonus, based on meeting the company’s financial targets.
  • Optional RRSP matching plan.

HOW TO APPLY 

Please click “Apply Now” below to begin the application process. Only qualified candidates will be contacted.

CONTACT INFORMATION 

Digital Extremes Ltd.

250 York Street, Suite 100

London, Ontario N6A 6K2 Canada

Tel: 519-657-4260

Fax: 519-471-9972

Email: careers@digitalextremes.com

ABOUT DIGITAL EXTREMES

Founded in 1993 by James Schmalz, Digital Extremes ranks as one of the world's top independent video game development studios. Originating with the co-creation of Epic Games' multi-million unit selling Unreal® franchise including Unreal and Unreal Tournament, Digital Extremes went on to develop Dark Sector®, BioShock® for the PlayStation®3, the BioShock 2 multiplayer campaign, and The Darkness® II. The studio has reached its greatest critical and commercial success with the free-to-play action game, Warframe®, boasting a global community of 75 million registered players on PC, PS4™, PS5™, Xbox One™, Xbox Series X/S™, Nintendo Switch™, and iOS™. The studio's most recently announced project is the much anticipated Soulframe®, an open-world action-fantasy MMORPG title that is currently under development.

Digital Extremes is headquartered in London, Ontario, Canada, and is proud to be selected as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers, achieving this recognition for the last ten years in a row.

For more information and exciting news related to Digital Extremes, please visit www.digitalextremes.com.

WHY WORK AT DIGITAL EXTREMES

Our culture is centered on providing great opportunities to our employees so that everyone feels they are making a meaningful impact. Developing new and existing talent is our long-term focus. We are honored that our work environment has been consistently recognized as one of “Canada’s Top 100 Employers”. We summon you to join our elite team!

The rewards of a career with Digital Extremes include:

  • Competitive salary with potential bonus opportunities
  • Excellent benefits and paid time off
  • Matching RRSP or Simple IRA 
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Virtual access to Dialogue or Magellan, our mental wellness and healthcare services app
  • Professional development and career support
  • Work-life balance wellness subsidies
  • Be part of “Giving Back” through a multitude of fundraising venues at DE
  • Employee events and team building exercises

Please note, some benefits may be subject to eligibility for employees.

JOIN US

Digital Extremes is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process. We thank you for your interest, however, only those candidates selected for the next steps in the hiring process will be contacted.

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