Principal AI Programmer

Are you ready to dive into the world of cutting-edge video game development? Headquartered in Montreal, Behaviour Interactive is at the forefront of the gaming industry, crafting unforgettable experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms. We’re a dynamic, independent studio of over 1200 passionate employees, with studios in Toronto (Behaviour Toronto), Rotterdam (Behaviour Rotterdam) and in the UK (Behaviour UK–North & South). Our day to day revolves around two core business focuses: Services and Original Games. Our Services team collaborates with gaming and entertainment giants like Disney, Sony, Activision, and Nintendo, delivering exceptional work-for-hire development and pioneering immersive location-based entertainment (LBE). Meanwhile, our Original Games unit pushes our creative limits, with our signature IPs, including the iconic Dead by Daylight. Join us and be a part of the future of interactive entertainment!

At Behaviour Interactive, we believe in giving everyone a fair shot. We embrace a diverse and creative environment where everyone is celebrated. We value folks of all ages, sex, ethnicity, colour, ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, civil status, disability, or any other protected characteristics as per applicable law.

We’re seeking a Principal AI Programmer with a passion for innovation to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of Dead by Daylight through innovative AI. In this role, you’ll dive into the heart of our development process, collaborating with a diverse, multidisciplinary team of designers, artists, and programmers to craft immersive AI that elevate player engagement to new heights. Your mission: to utilize your expertise to create advanced AI, algorithms and systems that deliver unpredictable, adrenaline-fueled moments, keeping players on the edge of their seats. Your contributions will help craft advanced AI systems and enhancements that bring fresh depth to gameplay.

If you’re energized by the challenge of pushing the boundaries of AI in gaming, thrive in a creative and collaborative environment, and are eager to make a meaningful impact on a globally celebrated title, this is your chance to contribute to something special. Join us and help redefine what’s possible in Dead by Daylight!

In this role you will:

•  Utilize your expertise to create advanced AI and algorithms and systems that enhance various game modes, ensuring an unparalleled player experience.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to analyze feature specifications and provide AI-specific perspectives and enhancements, contributing to the overall success of the project.
• Contribute to the development of AI for features like pathfinding, coordinated group behaviours, and decision making.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot any bugs or issues within AI systems, implementing effective solutions to maintain optimal performance and quality.
• Share your expertise with junior programmers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and best practices in development.
• Promote and follow programming best practices and coding standards to build sustainable, performant, and maintainable technologies and code.

What we’re looking for:

• 15+ years of experience in programming within the gaming industry, with at least 5 years of experience in AI.
• Proficiency in C++, with a deep understanding of AI frameworks and libraries.
• Experience working in AI on multiplayer games.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to tackle complex challenges in AI development.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a passion for sharing knowledge and mentoring others.
• Adaptability to changing needs and requirements.

Nice to have:

• Experience in navigation, pathfinding, locomotion, decision-making AI programming, performant AI, player specific AI and behaviour trees.
• Experienced with Unreal Engine, particularly in AI implementation.

If you're ready to take your career to the next level and be part of an exciting journey, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to become our Principal AI Programmer and play a pivotal role in shaping AI in Dead by Daylight.