Epic Games · 1 day ago
Lead AI Designer
Cary, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
2+ years expEpic Games is a leading company in the gaming industry, known for its innovative approach to game development and engine technology. They are seeking an experienced Lead AI Designer to join their development team, where the individual will lead design efforts for AI features and gameplay experiences. The role involves overseeing design quality, managing a team, and collaborating with other designers to create compelling interactive entertainment.
Developer PlatformGamingMetaverseSoftwareVideo Games
Responsibilities
Own the design, vision, and outcome for major features related to AI NPCs, and more
Oversee and craft high-quality, player-facing AI behaviors and abilities using behavior trees and visual scripting
Lead by example to set the quality bar for design
Actively participate in big-picture decisions, and ensure the design team focuses on the right elements to achieve superior results
Create and supervise the creation of clear, structured design documents
Lead, develop and grow the design team, enabling designers to achieve their career goals and best outcomes while also increasing the capabilities of the team; resolve conflicts and foster a healthy, fun working environment
Cooperate with other designers from the AI team to define and promote a cohesive vision for AI in your project
Qualification
Required
Experience shipping multiple AAA titles as a Designer with experience developing AI for a highly systemic environment, ideally with a combination of shooter and PvP experience
2+ years in a Lead Game Designer role, including experience managing or leading a team
Experience creating behavior trees and using visual scripting
A creative approach that can surprise and amaze players with new ideas and experiences
Talent for empathizing with players and a deep understanding of player motivations
Organized leader who can structure and plan their own work, and guide planning and goals for their teams
Solution-oriented problem solver who can react quickly to changing project needs and drive to decisions
Benefits
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.
Company
Epic Games
Epic Games is an interactive entertainment company that develops games and offers its game engine technology to other developers.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$7.86BKey Investors
The Walt Disney CompanySonyDisney Accelerator
2024-06-10Series Unknown
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-02-07Corporate Round· $1.5B
Leadership Team
Randy Gelber
Chief Financial Officer
Tera Randall
Vice President, Communications and Policy
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