We are looking for an AI programmer for an upcoming MMO game, Life Beyond. Our game features state of the art third person controls and combat, complex AI and living world systems. The game is powered by state-of-the-art distributed game server technology SpatialOS.

As an AI programmer in our programming team, you will bring this world to life, focusing on the living world systems. Orchestrate the interaction of natural events, fauna and flora, reacting in real-time to the player’s actions. Our sandbox world features complex systemic AI agents in a persistent world.

Darewise is committed to building a culturally diverse team and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.

Please note that this position is either full-time on-site in Paris - or you can work remotely from your home anywhere in Europe.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• As part of our Gameplay team, design the algorithms and implement the code needed to power the living world systems and realize the creative goals
• Work closely with game designers and level designers in order to bring their ideas to life
• Design and implement algorithms and behaviors of our systemic artificial intelligence
• Design and implement the orchestration of the entities at a macro scale and ensure the simulation stays within limits imposed by the design
• Implement algorithms and tools for designers to use to configure the simulation and manipulate it in real-time
• Implement client/server algorithms such as replication, latency compensation and to achieve a smooth result in a fast-paced combat gameplay
• Ensure the performance and scalability of the game in the very unpredictable context of a MMO game
• Participate in design and feedback gathering sessions to make sure that the player’s experience always comes first

You give us your skills, dedication and enthusiasm, and here’s what you get back:

• A competitive salary (based on experience) + stock options + 20% profit sharing
• 35 days off per year
• Flexible working hours without time tracking - we trust you to deliver on your work commitments
• Choose where you wish to live! The company is distributed and will accommodate you wherever you are
• Choose your own software - we want you to be comfortable and efficient
• Attend in-person events with the entire Darewise team multiple times a year
• Visit your co-workers in other countries for free (up to twice a year)
• Access to digital book and game libraries

If you choose Paris and our headquarters as your base, here are some added benefits:

• Live in Paris, one of the most iconic and exciting cities in the world!
• Relocation packages, including EU working visa assistance if necessary
• Public + private health insurance
• 50% coverage of the cost of your public transport card
• €500 per year to cover sustainable transportation costs, with the exception of cars, such as bicycle leasing costs, skateboards, etc
• Access to physical book and game libraries
• An ergonomic work set-up, with Herman Miller chairs and standing desks
• Choose your own hardware - we want you to be comfortable and efficient

• Very strong C++ skills with excellent software architecture and low level knowledge
• Concern and sensibility for performance, memory usage and network bandwidth
• Appetite for learning and staying ahead of the curve by keeping in touch with cutting edge techniques
• Strong communication skills in english, comfortable working with non-technical people and remote teams
• Passion for making games, self-motivation, driven to creatively solve problems, interest and willingness to participate in all the aspects of game development

Also nice to have:

• Experience with Unreal Engine 4
• Experience with client/server architecture and multiplayer games
• Cross-platform experience: PC, Linux, Consoles…
• Personal interest in MMO games and virtual worlds

Our recruitment process consists of a preliminary application screening, HR Interview, Lead Interview, and Executive Interview, with on-site interview as the final step in the process. In special cases, exceptions or modifications can be made.

Note: Though our office is located in Paris, English is our official office language. As such, we request for all applications to be submitted in English; non-English applications will not be considered.