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subject: Senior AI Programmer , Relic Entertainment

Relic Entertainment is looking for Senior AI Programmer
duration - Full Time

Job details: Senior AI Programmer The AI Programmer takes responsibility for the analysis, design and implementation of planning, strategic and tactical Artificial Intelligence systems in Relics next great game.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Create technical specifications for AI systems that meet the requirements of the game design
Take ownership of assigned tasks and be able to work with minimal supervision
Interface with the game design team and incorporate feedback
Interact with on-site and off-site AI experts to effectively plan, share and advance AI development across all Relics development teams
Produce clean, maintainable, well-documented code in adherence to internal standards
Actively participate in team by making recommendations on how to improve product quality as well as group productivity
Assist in other areas of game development as requested by Lead Programmer or Producer

REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum of 2 years experience in the video game industry, with a focus on AI or formal background & applicable experience in AI development in academia or a corporate environment
Education in Computer Science, Engineering or Mathematics and/or experience in computer graphics, animation, numerical methods, linear algebra, vision, and computational intelligence; degree required for foreign workers
Strong understanding of C++ and STL
Strong mathematics skills including trigonometry, calculus and linear algebra
Demonstrated knowledge of video game AI programming techniques
Demonstrated knowledge of good software engineering practices
Demonstrated ability to work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment
Proven ability at successful multi tasking under considerable pressure
An avid game player and strong interest in pushing the industry forward creatively

Not essential but definite assets
Experience with game scripting languages
Experience with Windows development environment such as Microsoft Visual Studio
Experience with source control software such as Perforce
Basic knowledge of game content pipeline and tools such as Max, Maya and Photoshop


Location: Vancouver, BC, Canada

Contact info:
http://www.relic.com/careers/careers.php