Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Job Overview

Job ID: J38712

Specialized Area: Artificial Intelligence Engineer

Location: Tustin, CA

Duration: 11 Months

Domain Exposure: Healthcare, IT/Software

Work Authorization: Client: To Be Discussed Later

Employment Type: W-2 (Consultant must be on our company payroll. C2C is not allowed)

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in AI programming within the game industry.
• Mastery of C++ and/or C#.
• Extensive experience with game engines like Unreal Engine or Unity.
• Deep knowledge of AI techniques including pathfinding, decision trees, state machines, behavior trees, and machine learning.
• Proven success in shipping AAA games with sophisticated AI systems.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
• A deep-seated passion for creating immersive gaming experiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with AI middleware solutions.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or Lua.
• Knowledge of multi-threaded programming and optimization techniques.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and implement advanced AI systems and behaviors for in-game characters, NPCs, and other game elements.
• Collaborate with designers, animators, and other engineers to create seamless and compelling AI interactions.
• Develop and enhance AI tools and pipelines for efficient content creation.
• Debug and optimize AI systems to ensure high performance and player satisfaction.
• Stay abreast of the latest AI advancements and integrate them into our projects.
• Mentor and guide junior AI engineers, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Participate in code reviews and contribute to a high standard of code quality.