AI Programmer

**Responsibilities**

We're looking for a talented AI Programmer who enjoys building engaging enemy behaviours, combat systems, and gameplay interactions.

Responsibilities include:

Design and implement enemy AI behaviours in Unreal Engine 5

Develop combat decision-making systems and enemy state machines

Create scalable AI architecture that supports multiple enemy types and bosses

Work closely with designers to prototype and iterate on gameplay encounters

Improve enemy responsiveness, challenge, and player readability

Optimize AI performance and debugging workflows

Contribute to gameplay systems where AI interacts with abilities, weapons, and progression mechanics

**Qualifications**

Strong Unreal Engine experience (Blueprints and/or C++)

Experience developing AI systems for games

Familiarity with Behavior Trees, EQS, AI Perception, and Navigation Systems

Strong understanding of gameplay design and enemy encounter design

Ability to work independently and communicate clearly

Experience debugging and optimizing gameplay systems

Experience with Unreal Engine 5 source builds

Experience shipping commercial games

Knowledge of GAS (Gameplay Ability System)

Nice to Have

Experience with roguelikes, action games, or systemic gameplay

Experience creating boss AI and advanced combat behaviours

What We're Looking For

We're primarily looking for someone who genuinely enjoys creating great gameplay and enemy experiences. Technical skill is important, but we're equally interested in people who care about making combat feel satisfying, readable, and memorable.

**How to Apply**

Send your CV, Portfolio of relevant work and brief introduction about your work at contact@ludumelite.com