Skydance Media

Skydance Media

Senior Gameplay Engineer

California (Remote) · Senior

Sponsorship not specified$150k-$180kDetected 6 days ago
C++Code ReviewRecruitingUnreal EngineLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoring

About the role

  • Through creativity, collaboration, and trust, we empower our teams to push boundaries and turn bold ideas into experiences that resonate with fans around the world.
  • Do you want to craft games that challenge expectations and inspire players?
  • Currently for this role, we can hire remote candidates with legal residence in Arizona, California, Florida, Michigan, New York, North Carolina, Texas, and Washington.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design, architecture, and implementation of core gameplay AI systems
  • Drive technical direction for NPC gameplay systems and AI frameworks
  • Own large-scale AI features from concept through ship
  • Identify and resolve performance, scalability, and technical design challenges across gameplay systems.
  • Partner closely with Design, Animation, Audio, and Production to define and drive AI feature goals
  • Ability to take ownership of major systems, maintain development schedules, and drive major implementation tasks.

Requirements

  • Extensive experience with Unreal Engine, using and understanding the different gameplay AI authoring tools, modifying and creating custom tech to extend the base engine feature sets.
  • Experience with animation techniques driving AI characters (e.g, Animation Blueprints, Montages, Control Rig, MotionMatching)

Skills

  • Come build something extraordinary with us.

Compensation

  • The annual salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $150,000 - $180,000.
  • The salary offered may vary based on the candidate's location, qualifications, experience and relevant expertise, among other factors.
  • The range indicated is for base salary only and does not reflect the total compensation package, including bonus, benefits, etc.

Benefits

  • Experience mentoring and supporting other engineers through code reviews, technical guidance, and best practices - helping them stay on track and true to the overall vision of the game.
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