Senior AI Designer

at  Cloud Imperium Games

We are a crowdfunded company and have a dedicated and enthusiastic community of backers who are helping us create the “Best Damn Space Sim Ever”. We want to build the best we can deliver and we believe wholeheartedly in the value of exceptional diverse talent
The AI Design Team designs and implements the creatures and NPCs that populate both Star Citizen and Squadron 42. AI designers define behaviours and interactable entities that control how the AI interacts with players and the game environment. We aim to achieve a level of detail never seen before in a video game. Our current focus is to bring players fresh and convincing life forms based on our game diverse locations, rich lore, and challenging environmental conditions.
Founded in 2012, Cloud Imperium Games creates cutting-edge videogames that defy expectations. We’re currently developing Star Citizen, a record-breaking multiplayer online space sim, and Squadron 42, a cinematic single-player adventure set in the same universe. Join us as we break boundaries and make videogame history. For more information about life at Cloud Imperium Games, check this out: https://youtu.be/cXjp7SRBpIA

What does a Senior AI Designer at CIG do?

• Create AI behaviours for a variety of purposes (social, combat, flight)
• Create entities the AI will interact with
• Give our AI Designers ownership. They design, build and implement the AI behaviours in-game.
• Collaborate with the animation team. Attend motion capture sessions and give opinions on the direction and technical setup.
• Prototyping new behaviours and entities to previsualize the intentions

What do we ask for?

• A passion for developing AI behaviours
• The ability to analyse existing or competitors AI design choices
• Knowledge of visual scripting tools such as Unreal Blueprint.
• Affinity for 3D game editors and tools.
• Experience in game development in a technical-level design capacity.
• Eagerness to hear feedback and willingness to iterate on a design.

CIG Diversity Statement
CIG is a global company, staunchly committed to cultivating a culture and workplace that celebrates all backgrounds, lifestyles, and perspectives. Together, we are creating a space where authentic recognition, appreciation, and understanding of the importance of diversity is fostered by everyone. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strive to build a team that represents all walks of life, and we want every employee to bring all the things that make them unique to the work environment. The universe is as vast and varied as the people in it, and it’s our differences that make it special.
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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you’ll enjoy your career with us

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