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Expert Gameplay AI Software Engineer

2K · Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada

Posted 22 days ago

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This role has been open
22 days
2K's roles stay open a median of 45 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
No
5% of 2K's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at 2K
high
73 stale, 5 reposted of 123 open
Hiring momentum
179 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

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About this role

As an Expert Gameplay AI Software Engineer, you will design and implement AI systems for a new AAA sports title using Unreal Engine 5. Your role involves creating decision-making frameworks, developing AI-controlled player behavior, optimizing performance in multi-threaded environments, and collaborating with various team members. Additionally, you will mentor other engineers and ensure code quality through reviews.

Our read on this posting3.0out of 5
benefits
2/5
freshness
4/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
0/5

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What you need

  • 8+ years of software engineering experience in game development
  • Expertise in C++ and Unreal Engine 5
  • Strong algorithm and data structure design skills
  • Experience with multi-threaded programming in performance-critical environments
  • Deep understanding of team-based sports and competitive game dynamics
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines

Nice to have

  • Track record of shipping AAA sports or simulation titles
  • Familiarity with modern console hardware and optimization techniques

What you get

  • Pay range between $114,300 and $169,140 per year
  • Potential for bonuses and/or equity awards
  • Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Worth weighing

  • Newly founded studio in 2023 may have growing pains
  • No specific mention of remote work or flexibility
  • Compensation may vary based on individual factors
  • Details on benefits provided only upon receiving an offer

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Listed by 2K on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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