Senior AI/Gameplay Programmer

Senior AI/Gameplay Programmer

Rockstar Games

Dundee, United Kingdom

Rockstar Games is on the lookout for a talented Senior AI/Gameplay Programmer who is passionate about open-world systems with a focus on quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, and maintain gameplay systems collaboratively with Engine, Art, and Design teams to create a state-of-the-art open-world simulation;
• Tackle macro and/or micro level system tasks, from improving engine-level systems to working on higher level systems that will affect the feel of the wider game world;
• Focus on memory and performance all the while striving for more realism, believability, and accuracy, and implementing systems with finite resources;
• Work together with Engine, Art, and Design departments to deliver features on schedule to a high quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A degree in Computer Science/related discipline, or equivalent experience;
• 5+ years’ experience in C/C++ game development;
• One shipped title; preferably on the Xbox and/or PlayStation consoles.

SKILLS

• A technical understanding of core game systems and technologies;
• Excellent problem-solving skills;
• Great technical communication skills;
• An analytical, performance-focused mindset;
• Experience with systems such as: population, streaming, multithreading, memory management, etc.

PLUSES

• Please note that these are desirable skills and are not required to apply for the position;
• Self-motivated, enthusiastic/passionate about games and curious about how things work;
• Multi-platform and console experience;
• Experience working on open-world, population, and/or streaming systems;
• Experience working closely with Engine teams.

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