Provide senior technical leadership in the architecture, design, and delivery of AI-driven game technologies, from early research through production integration.
Partner with game, engine, and creative leadership to define and execute a multi-title AI technology roadmap, balancing innovation with production realities.
Lead exploration of AI applications for games, including (but not limited to) NPC behavior, player modeling, procedural systems, generative content, and intelligent tooling.
Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of engineers, fostering a culture of experimentation, technical excellence, and collaboration.

Requirements

Proven technical leadership with the ability to architect systems and execution plans for complex, multi-team technology initiatives.
Deep understanding of the game development lifecycle, including current production challenges and opportunities for AI-driven innovation.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain advanced AI and systems concepts to non-technical partners.
Experience guiding R&D efforts while maintaining a clear path to production-ready solutions.
Shipped multiple titles using Unreal Engine in a senior or lead technical role.
Several years of experience building, leading, and mentoring engineering teams.
Hands-on experience developing new game technologies, including AI systems, gameplay frameworks, or developer tools.
Background in applied AI/ML for games or interactive systems is strongly preferred.

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

AI-driven game technologiesNPC behaviorplayer modelingprocedural systemsgenerative contentintelligent toolinggameplay frameworksdeveloper toolsapplied AImachine learning

Soft Skills

technical leadershipcommunicationcollaborationmentoringteam buildingexperimentationtechnical excellence