People Can Fly is one of the leading independent AAA games development studios with an international team of hundreds of talented individuals working from offices located in Poland, UK, US, and Canada, and from all over the world thanks to our remote work programs.

Founded in 2002, we made our mark on the shooter genre with titles such as Painkiller, Bulletstorm, Gears of War: Judgment, and Outriders. We are one of the most experienced Unreal Engine studios in the industry and we are expanding it with in-house solutions called PCF Framework.

Our creative teams are currently working on several exciting AAA projects with the top publishers in the industry: Project Gemini with Square Enix and Project Dagger with Take-Two (2K), in addition to a new IP to be self-published and two other games in a concept phase. One of our IPs is also being adapted for VR technology.

With over 20 years of experience, PCF sets out to explore new horizons. We aim to combine our expertise with creativity of the best and most forward-thinking talents in the industry to work together on the new generation of action games for the global gaming community.

If you decide to accompany us on this journey, you’ll have a chance to perfect your craft and expand your knowledge, working alongside leaders in the industry on bringing a brand-new unique experience to the players worldwide.

If you feel yourself able to deliver as nobody else, take ownership of your projects, and are ready to leave a mark on a game you work on, apply now!

People Can Fly is looking for a Senior AI Programmer, able to expand AI systems provided by UE4, as well as create new robust solutions. This person will also work with artists and designers on the behavior of a high variety of non-player characters, bringing to life memorable enemies of all shapes and sizes.

• Working across multiple disciplines on the behaviors of a large variety of non-player characters, bringing to life memorable enemies of all shapes and sizes
• Designing, implementing into the engine, and maintaining new AI features
• Creating code and algorithms for pathfinding, group movement, and cooperation, tactical strategy.
• Testing, debugging, profiling, optimizing, and documenting implementations
• Actively attending code reviews

• Strong skills in C/C++ with a 3D math background
• Minimum 6 years of software engineering experience
• Shipped title experience
• Good understanding of AI architecture and standard technology
• Good understanding of modern AI techniques as used in AAA games
• Experience in programming movement, navigation, and decision-making AI
• Game designer's creativity
• Ability to write solid, reliable, efficient code
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Open-minded team player attitude
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated
• Passionate about playing and making video games

Nice to have

• Unreal Engine 4 knowledge
• JIRA, Swarm and Perforce Knowledge
• Experience working on a mod/title on the Unreal Engine
• Performance and optimization skills
• BS (or higher) in Computer Science or similar discipline (Physics, Math, EE, etc.)

What we offer:

U.S.

• 100% group health insurance benefit premiums paid by PCF (Medical, Dental, Vision, Group Life, and Supplemental Live) and start on day 1 of employment.
• 401K with 100% match, up to 3% of employee salary, and vested immediately.
• Paid week off during Winter Holidays.
• 20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.
• Long term disability, short term disability, travel insurance, as well as other benefits provided. 

Canada

• Benefit package 100% paid by PCF. Insurance company reimburses 100% of claims (Up to $500 per service a year, as well as individual family coverage).
• Full Dental coverage, including major dental and orthodontics.
• 4% RRSP matching before tax deductions, 100% vested on day 1.
• Paid week off during Winter Holidays.
• 20 paid vacation days and 5 paid sick days.
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents.
• A competitive salary and performance-based annual bonuses.
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment.
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do.