AI Programmer - (Far Cry)

Company Description

Ubisoft is a world leader in video games, with teams spread across the globe creating original and memorable gaming experiences, from Assassin’s Creed to Rainbow Six, Just Dance, and many more. We believe that diverse perspectives help both players and teams grow. If you are passionate about innovation and want to push the boundaries of entertainment, join our adventure and help us create the unknown!

Job Description

What you will do

This programmer will be responsible for everything related to technologies concerning NPC behaviors:

• Shared responsibility for the maintenance, debugging, and improvement of everything related to NPC behaviors, including:

• Combat, as well as coordination and collaboration between NPCs.
• Systemic NPC reactions to various elements (fire, poison, etc.) and any other significant in-game events.
• Development of unique behaviors specific to different NPC archetypes.
• Improving the readability and credibility of NPCs, with a particular focus on animation.

• Develop in C++ and with Behavior Trees, both to create AI behaviors and to develop reliable, user-friendly nodes for end-users.

• Demonstrate a solid understanding of AI and game design, with a strong focus on quality. We expect team members to play the game regularly, provide feedback, and iterate autonomously on the features they are responsible for.

• Be comfortable working in close collaboration with animators and the systems they use.

• Proactively inform the AI leadership team of any potential unidentified work, such as missing features or performance issues, and then actively contribute to their resolution.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or other equivalent training or experience.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in C++ programming in the video game industry, embedded systems, or other relevant fields.
• Proficiency in C++.
• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in console design.
• A unique blend of thoroughness and flexibility in your work organization.
• An ability to communicate with all disciplines and to support and elevate your team in terms of quality and the game's vision.
• You are creative and eager to innovate.

This listing was sourced from 4dayweek.io.