We are seeking a Senior AI Gameplay Programmer to lead the design and implementation of advanced AI systems that power immersive, responsive, and engaging gameplay experiences.

You will work closely with designers, artists, and engineers to create:

Believable characters
Dynamic behaviors
Scalable AI architectures

Key Responsibilities

Design, implement, and optimize AI systems: behavior trees, state trees, utility AI, GOAP, state machines, and navigation systems
Architect scalable, data-driven AI frameworks to support rapid iteration by designers
Integrate AI with gameplay features: animation, physics, and combat systems
Optimize AI performance for CPU and memory across PC, console, and mobile platforms
Collaborate with design teams to prototype and refine NPC behaviors, combat logic, and decision-making systems
Debug complex AI and gameplay issues, including concurrency, pathfinding, and edge-case behavior
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices
Participate in code reviews and guide long-term technical direction
Stay current with emerging AI techniques in gaming and interactive systems

Your Skills

5+ years in professional game development, including 3+ years in AI or gameplay systems
Strong proficiency in C++
Deep understanding of AI architectures in games: behavior trees, utility systems, planning systems, navigation meshes
Experience shipping at least two commercial game titles
Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and performance optimization
Experience with modern game engines: Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary engines
Strong debugging and profiling skills
Excellent communication and cross-disciplinary collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

Expert Unreal Engine 5 knowledge
Experience building tools for designers: visual editors, debugging tools, telemetry
Familiarity with animation systems: IK, locomotion blending, procedural animation
Experience developing for multiple platforms: PC, console, mobile
Background in combat AI, crowd systems, or large-scale NPC simulation

Perks & benefits:

A flexible work model that supports work–life balance
Subsidised car parking
Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support career growth
An employee referral program with generous bonuses
Private health insurance and fitness subsidies
Access to employee mental health and wellbeing support
Paid parental leave
Childcare assistance
A dedicated relaxation space, including a massage chair
Additional paid leave, including: Birthday leave, Christmas shutdown leave, Volunteer leave, Women’s health leave
Free coffee from a commercial espresso machine, plus daily snacks and a light breakfast
Friday social drinks with friendly game tournaments
A stunning rooftop terrace with river views and a games room
Exclusive Gameloft-branded merchandise
Our studio mascot — Mr Hendricks, the friendly Dachshund who proudly guards the studio