AI Programmer

AI Programmer (R27368)Epic Games is looking for an experienced AI Programmer to join the Fortnite Battle Royal AI team. You will play a critical role in driving future gameplay AI features in Fortnite. In this role, you will work closely with art and design to create and iterate on gameplay AI features, experiment with game design and use rapid prototyping while ensuring that strong architectural and algorithmic decisions are made, drive, build and maintain core AI systems in the Fortnite AI ecosystem, collaborate with engine AI developers to improve AI systems, ensure high-quality user experiences across all platforms we support, optimize and fix bugs in existing gameplay AI systems.What we're looking for includes experience developing games professionally, and shipping AAA titles with AI experience, experience working with AI systems (Behavior Trees, Finite State Machine, Pathfinding, etc.), strong C++ skills and the ability to code and architect AI gameplay mechanics and tools, well-versed in games and the ability to articulate what is strong/weak about the design of existing games (an interest in online games is preferred), excellent communication and interpersonal skills, experience working on a live service game is a plus, self-motivated, strong work ethic, and able to work independently, creativity in problem-solving and the ability to think outside of the established solutions.EPIC JOB + EPIC BENEFITS = EPIC LIFE. Our intent is to cover all things that are medically necessary and improve the quality of life. We pay 100% of the premiums for both you and your dependents. Our coverage includes Medical, Dental, a Vision HRA, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance & a 401k with competitive match. We also offer a robust mental well-being program through Modern Health, which provides free therapy and coaching for employees & dependents. Throughout the year we celebrate our employees with events and company-wide paid breaks. We offer unlimited PTO and sick time and recognize individuals for 7 years of employment with a paid sabbatical.Epic Games is a leading interactive entertainment company. For over 30 years we've been making award-winning games and engine technology that empowers others to make visually stunning games and 3D content that bring environments to life like never before. Epic's award-winning Unreal Engine technology not only provides game developers the ability to build high-fidelity, interactive experiences for PC, console, mobile, and VR, it is also a tool being embraced by content creators across a variety of industries such as media and entertainment, automotive, and architectural design. As we continue to build our Engine technology and develop remarkable games, we strive to build teams of world-class talent.