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Locations: Montreal, Quebec, Canada 
Role ID
211577
Worker Type
Regular Employee
Studio/Department
EA Studios - Motive Montreal
Work Model
Hybrid

Description & Requirements

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EA Motive is seeking a talented Lead AI Programmer (Senior level) passionate about AI development to work on the Battlefield Franchise. 


You will lead a global development team responsible for the development and improvement of our AI behaviors and systems across all of the Battlefield experiences. Working closely with the TD for the Shared AI team, you will define and own the roadmap for AI development and improvements for Live Service updates as well as new installments of Battlefield.


Your responsibilities will be split between hand-ons work and managing the day to day of the team and your development partners. They will include:

  • Implementing robust combat features.

  • Researching and implementing new AI techniques.

  • Evaluating software architecture and technical debt.

  • Collaborating closely with animators and designers.

  • Mentoring new developers.

  • Working with central technology teams to establish delivery to key systems.


This role requires strong C++ skills, knowledge of animation technologies, experience with multi-threaded game engines, and a keen eye for detail. 


The position is full-time and based in Montreal, Qc, Canada. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 9+ years of experience in the games industry. You will report to the Technical Director for the Shared AI team on Battlefield.



Must Have:

  • At least 3+ years experience as tech leader and managing individual contributors.

  • Solid C++ programming skills

  • Strong math skills (linear algebra)

  • Experience with advanced AI features (ex: Behavior Trees, GOAP, Nav Mesh & Cover Gen, etc)

  • Experience developing animation-driven combat mechanics

  • Experience with procedural animation and IK systems

  • Experience with multi-threaded game engines

  • Implemented robust combat gameplay features

  • Excellent Problem Solving skills

  • Have shipped at least 1 AAA tittle

  • Great team communication


Good To Have:

  • Have shipped at least 1 First Person or Third Person Shooter tittle

  • Experience with working on a Live Service title

  • Familiarity with large code bases and managing multiple development streams.

  • Familiarity with Battlefield titles and other FPS games.



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