Senior AI Designer

1 month ago

At Turtle Rock, we make the games we want to play. We're dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our team members feel empowered with the creative freedom to contribute and grow. While we are based in Orange County, CA, we support flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio, hybrid, to fully remote throughout North America. Join our award-winning game development team and help create our next AAA title.

Turtle Rock Studios is looking for a talented and passionate Senior AI Designer to join the team and work on our next AAA title! The ideal candidate is a great team player and is excited to push the limits of what it takes to make a great game!

Responsibilities

Design and develop fun and complex AI interactions from concept to completion
Design new AI archetypes that cover a dynamic range of intensity and complexity
Collaborate with Art, Animation, Programming, VFX, and Audio team members to create memorable gameplay experiences
Brainstorm, pitch, and iterate on game mechanics and game systems for AI behaviors and parameters
Work with Programming and other teams to build core AI tools and systems
Working with partner design disciplines (e.g. systems, missions) to build engaging, dynamic combat encounters
Refine gameplay to create an entertaining experience for player enjoyment and replayability
Create and maintain design documents, content briefs, and system outlines

Requirements

5+ years of experience in game development with one or more shipped titles on multiple platforms
Love of games: specifically FPS, Co-op, and Multiplayer games
Experience designing AI archetypes that cover a dynamic range of intensity and complexity
Demonstrated experience working with modern FPS engines (UE4, etc.)
Strong knowledge of scripting languages and core AI systems such as perception, attack management, EQS, and behavior trees
Knowledge of game design theory, tools pipelines
A strong interest in creating an awesome player experience
Strong technical and problem-solving skills
Ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical individuals

Preferences

Shipped at least one AAA title from conception to completion
High quality production sensibilities (cost of features)
Familiarity with development tools such as Perforce, JIRA, and Confluence

Benefits

Some of the benefits and perks our employees get to enjoy, include:

100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family
401k Matching
Profit Sharing Plan
Student Loan Repayment Plan / College Savings Plan
Career Improvement Plan
Flexible Work Arrangements - In-House, Hybrid, and Remote
Generous Time Off Policy
Company Events - In-Person Summer Family Bash + Halloween Party + Virtual Events
Fully Stocked Kitchen + Sponsored Food Trucks

The estimated base pay range for this role is: $120,000 - $160,000 USD

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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