DUTIES:

• Develop software in C++ by applying the principles of object-oriented coding;
• Work with the Game design and Animation teams to establish the technical design and to implement an AI system that makes the non-user players alive and that offers a varied and fun playability;
• Propose and develop new methods and technics to improve the quality of the AI in accordance to the game development in order to go beyond the competition;
• Analyze and estimate development times, costs, and needs as the impacts of the proposed functions;
• Supervise and coach the Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) team;
• Work in collaboration with the other Leads to determine which are the technological priorities of the project according to the existing delays and constraints;
• Establish and maintain a follow-up of the game levels development tasks and of the «Gameplay», and execute a plan in order to respect the required deadlines;
• Evaluate and distribute the tasks of the AI team, based on the strengths and skills of the team members;
• Participate in the interview process for the AI team members;
• Participate to the evaluation of the AI team members.

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• University diploma in programming, computer engineering, software engineering or the equivalent
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in video games – at least 1 year as Lead AI Programmer
• Excellent knowledge of technological constraints on different game platforms
• Experience in project management and planning

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

• Excellent C++ knowledge
• Strong OOD skills
• Cross platform development an asset

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

• Leadership
• Ability to organize and manage the work of other programmers
• Ability to work as part of a team
• The desire to push the barriers of video game technology is required
• Maturity to give and receive constructive criticism is expected
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

MOTIVATION AND INTERESTS:

Ambition and passion for video games are essential!