AI Game Programmer at Nimble Giant Entertainment

Nimble Giant Entertainment is seeking a Senior AI Game Programmer to join our remote team and help us build the next generation of AAA gaming experiences. Since 2002, we have established ourselves as a leading studio in Latin America, creating notable titles like Star Trek: Infinite, Master of Orion, and Quantum League, and we are proud to be part of the Saber Interactive family.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize code to implement sophisticated Artificial Intelligence systems for gameplay.
• Partner with designers to integrate AI functionality across various game mechanics.
• Design and refine AI architectures to ensure high performance and stability.
• Engage in code reviews to maintain high standards of quality and long-term maintainability.
• Identify technical challenges early and propose effective, innovative solutions.
• Stay current with industry advancements in AI to bring fresh methodologies to our projects.
• Coordinate with artists and animators to ensure AI behaviors feel natural within the game world.
• Build and document tools and pipelines that improve our overall development workflow.

Must-haves

• At least 3 years of professional experience in video game programming, specifically focusing on AI development for NPCs and enemy behaviors.
• Proficiency with systems like Behavior Trees, EQS, or GOAP.
• Proven ability to work effectively within a shared codebase alongside other developers.
• An intermediate level of English proficiency, roughly equivalent to a B1 level.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong technical skills in C++.
• Practical experience using Unreal Engine or similar professional game engines.
• Familiarity with custom engine development.
• Understanding of networking principles and implementation of multiplayer features.
• A solid academic foundation in 3D mathematics, including linear algebra, trigonometry, and vectors.
• Experience navigating and contributing to large, existing codebases.
• A firm grasp of game design principles.
• Experience working within Agile or Scrum frameworks.
• Advanced English proficiency, ideally at a C1 level.

Benefits

• The ability to work remotely from anywhere.
• Flexible hours to support a healthy work-life balance.
• A commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• A focus on excellence and an inclusive, diverse work environment.