Senior Gameplay AI Engineer - ZeniMax Media
Austin, TX 73301
About the Job
OverviewZeniMax Online Studios is looking for a Senior Gameplay AI Engineer to help implement gameplay systems in our new engine for the studio’s next AAA project. The preferred location for this role is Hunt Valley, MD, Austin, TX, San Diego, CA, or Madison, WI.
Will consider remote.ResponsibilitiesDesign and architect new game systemsRefine systems throughout the development cycle of the projectCollaborate with designers, artists, and other engineers for feature developmentMentor and guide associate engineers, providing technical expertise and promoting best practicesQualifications5+ years’ experience in game development in the capacity of a Gameplay Engineer or AI EngineerRobust programming skills/experience in C++Strong debugging skillsSolid architecture, system design, and analytical skillsStrong problem-solving ability geared towards creating solutions for creative AI scenarios and challengesSelf-motivated with strong collaborative and communication skillsPreferred SkillsBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experienceKnowledge of Modern C++ StandardsExperience with influence maps, goal-driven behaviors, or similar decision-making systemsExperience with Havok AI or other movement behaviors and pathfinding systemsExperience with AI in an open world game client/server architecturePrior experience with developing proprietary technology while working in close collaboration with other tools engineers and designersSalary RangeSr.
Gameplay AI Engineer - The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,000 - $215,000 per year.ZeniMax has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States, which allows us to pay employees competitively and consistently in different geographic markets.
The range above reflects the potential base pay across the U.S.
for this role; the applicable base pay range will depend on what ultimately is determined to be the candidate’s primary work location.
Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.
Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year.
Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.At ZeniMax certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, such as merit increases and discretionary bonuses.
These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are not guaranteed.
Benefits/perks listed here may vary depending on the nature of employment with ZeniMax and the country work location.
U.S.-based employees have access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation time, paid sick and mental health time, and several paid holidays, among others.Applicant Privacy NoticeZeniMax Media California Applicant Privacy NoticeE-Verification NoticeIER_Right_to_Work_PosterE-Verify_Participation_PosterJob SummaryJob ID: 2024-3179Category: Engineering/ProgrammingType: Regular Full-Time
Will consider remote.ResponsibilitiesDesign and architect new game systemsRefine systems throughout the development cycle of the projectCollaborate with designers, artists, and other engineers for feature developmentMentor and guide associate engineers, providing technical expertise and promoting best practicesQualifications5+ years’ experience in game development in the capacity of a Gameplay Engineer or AI EngineerRobust programming skills/experience in C++Strong debugging skillsSolid architecture, system design, and analytical skillsStrong problem-solving ability geared towards creating solutions for creative AI scenarios and challengesSelf-motivated with strong collaborative and communication skillsPreferred SkillsBachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experienceKnowledge of Modern C++ StandardsExperience with influence maps, goal-driven behaviors, or similar decision-making systemsExperience with Havok AI or other movement behaviors and pathfinding systemsExperience with AI in an open world game client/server architecturePrior experience with developing proprietary technology while working in close collaboration with other tools engineers and designersSalary RangeSr.
Gameplay AI Engineer - The typical base pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $100,000 - $215,000 per year.ZeniMax has different base pay ranges for different work locations within the United States, which allows us to pay employees competitively and consistently in different geographic markets.
The range above reflects the potential base pay across the U.S.
for this role; the applicable base pay range will depend on what ultimately is determined to be the candidate’s primary work location.
Individual base pay depends on various factors, in addition to primary work location, such as complexity and responsibility of role, job duties/requirements, and relevant experience and skills.
Base pay ranges are reviewed and typically updated each year.
Offers are made within the base pay range applicable at the time.At ZeniMax certain roles are eligible for additional rewards, such as merit increases and discretionary bonuses.
These awards are allocated based on individual performance and are not guaranteed.
Benefits/perks listed here may vary depending on the nature of employment with ZeniMax and the country work location.
U.S.-based employees have access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellbeing benefits, paid vacation time, paid sick and mental health time, and several paid holidays, among others.Applicant Privacy NoticeZeniMax Media California Applicant Privacy NoticeE-Verification NoticeIER_Right_to_Work_PosterE-Verify_Participation_PosterJob SummaryJob ID: 2024-3179Category: Engineering/ProgrammingType: Regular Full-Time
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