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Frankfurt (Onsite)

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Regular AI Programmer to work with our Hunt: Showdown development team in our Frankfurt studio.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced Game AI programmer with a desire to work together with game designers and other members of the team to collaborate on the implementation of AI behaviors and rules, defining combat experience etc. This is a position where design, AI code implementation, creative tools improvements and use by example are all parts of the daily job.

The position involves working within cross-disciplinary groups. As a key member of the team you will be involved in crafting great AAA games with a great team using state-of-the-art technology.

This role is based on site in our headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany. You will have the chance to work alongside our worldclass team that features some of the best developers in the industry and take advantage of our attractive relocation package.

Responsibilities

Work with existing engine code base to develop and enhance AI.

Develop AI / game code as well as tools and extend it for high profile projects.

Create immersive and compelling combat experiences.

Optimize and debug high-end Console and PC performance.

Specify and contribute to testing procedures.

Integrate creative and technical design processes while ensuring that high production values are never compromised.

Create accurate task duration estimates and complete all work in a timely basis.

Create documentation where required.

Develop well designed software within project schedule to team standards.

Provide input to department project status meetings.

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional work experience as Programmer.

At least a Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience.

Worked on shipped products on either console or PC.

Demonstrable knowledge/experience with practical Game AI techniques in context of games/real-time applications.

Strong interest in new AI related technologies.

Passion for making games.

Solid understanding of C++ in a games development environment.

Experience with any game engine (preferably CRYENGINE).

Experience with current Console and PC development processes.

Experience with game development tools and methods.

Excellent problem-solving skills.

Show a strong passion for making the highest quality / state of the art games

Team player and self-driven.

Willing to learn.

Solid English skills, good communication skills with strong affinity for transparency.

Willing to relocate to Frankfurt am Main, Germany.

What you can expect from us

Career Path

Your professional development is important to us, so we have laid out a career plan to help you progress towards your goals and objectives.

Company Apartment

To help you get settled, we provide you with a fully furnished company apartment during your first three months in Frankfurt.*

Relocation Support

We offer a relocation budget and full coverage of flights to Frankfurt for you and your family.

You can expect extensive assistance with visa, work permits, and communication with authorities during the relocation process, as well as help settling into Germany (e.g. setting up appointments with banks, government agencies, schools, landlords, finding apartments etc.).*

Public Transport Pass

Discover Frankfurt by bus, tram and metro – free of charge.*

Gym Card

A healthy body is a healthy mind. We offer a membership at the premium gym chain Fitness First in Germany. Work out, join group fitness classes, or relax in the wellness facilities.

International Environment

We truly embody diversity at Crytek. With employees from over 42 different countries, we define ourselves by our cultural diversity.

German Classes

Understanding the local culture will make your stay abroad more enjoyable, and Crytek supports that by offering German language courses for you and your family.

Events

Join us on our exciting company events, including new starter breakfasts, summer and winter parties, our annual trip to Gamescom in Cologne, and many more!*

We are all gamers: stay connected and play games with your colleagues at our remote gaming parties.

Vacation Days

At our Frankfurt office you can enjoy 24 days of vacation per year, and every 2 years you get 1 more (up to a maximum of 28 days). You will also have on average 10 public holidays on top of the days you take off. If you are working from another country, local standards apply.

*only applicable to employees in Frankfurt.

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