Senior AI Programmer

We are looking for a Senior AI Programmer to join Stormind Games. The Senior AI Programmer will define the architectural vision for the game's Artificial Intelligence ensuring that our AI is not just "smart," but robust, performant, and most importantly fun to play against.

Requirements

• Design and implement complex AI behaviors (C++, Unreal Engine, Behavior Trees/State Machines).
• Implement advanced navigation using UNavigationSystem, custom NavLinkProxy (jumping, climbing), and NavModifierVolumes for fluid traversal in complex 3D environments.
• Develop enemy encounter systems, including individual logic and Group Coordinator systems (aggression, flanking, tactical positioning).
• Implement and tune sensory systems (extending AIPerceptionComponent, AISense classes) for natural NPC reactions to visual, auditory, and damage stimuli (supporting stealth/combat).
• Bridge AI logic and animation graphs; implement grounded movement (e.g., Motion Warping) for high-fidelity character locomotion and to eliminate "sliding."
• Profile and optimize AI systems using Unreal Insights; ensure efficient code runs within CPU budgets (managing tick intervals).
• Mentor junior programmers, conduct code reviews, and champion clean, performant code standards.