Senior AI Programmer

Description

MachineGames is seeking a Senior AI Programmer to join our growing team.

Responsibilities

• To collaborate with programmers, designers, artists and animators in the day-to-day development of our game.
• To demonstrate and apply strong problem-solving and debugging skills in C++.
• To architect and implement features in C/C++, that are CPU, GPU and memory efficient, with an eye to a quality end-user experience.
• To use, debug and modify the tools pipeline as necessary.
• To write clean, professional and maintainable code.
• To construct solutions for unforeseen design problems in a timely manner.
• You are expected to lead by example and tutor any junior members within the production unit.
• You operate within given constraints.
• You take responsibility over your actions.

Requirements

• 5+ years in the games industry
• Excellent knowledge of AI techniques such as FSM’s, path finding, animation, collision and physics
• Strong C++ coding experience
• Strong commitment to code quality, documentation and sound testing procedures
• At least one shipped title where credited as a Senior Programmer
• Excellent math skills
• Self-motivated, but able to receive constructive feedback and integrate into work
• Excellent team player with very strong work ethic and a collaborative/cooperative attitude
• Passion for game development and game technology
• An understanding of and appreciation for milestones, schedules, deadlines and efficient game development processes
• Excellent oral and written communication skills