Senior Game Designer (AI)

Electronic Arts Inc
Redwood City, CA, United States
16 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time (≤ 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Artificial Intelligence C Sharp (Programming Language) Video Game Development Lua (Scripting Language) Information Technology

Requirements

  • Demonstrated expertise in designing and implementing AI systems for games, with a strong portfolio or shipped titles
  • Advanced proficiency in game scripting languages such as Blueprints, C#, Lua, or similar
  • Deep understanding of current trends in gaming, especially AI/NPC mechanics within the shooter genre
  • Excellent documentation skills, with the ability to clearly communicate complex systems and design intent
  • Proven ability to design holistic systems where multiple subsystems interact to create compelling gameplay experiences
  • Comfortable with iterative design processes, incorporating feedback and refining systems to achieve high quality
  • Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across different locations
  • Interest in or knowledge of historical combat and AI systems is a plus, * Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in game design, with a focus on game systems and AI design
  • Track record of creating games or innovative game concepts, ideally within the shooter genre

Education

  • Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Game Design, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Additional Qualities

  • Genuine passion for the Battlefield franchise and a strong desire to contribute to its ongoing success
  • Experience working with behaviour trees
  • Player-focused mindset, always designing with the player experience as the top priority
  • Proactive in staying up-to-date with industry trends, styles, and emerging technologies in game development

If you are excited to push the boundaries of AI in games and create unforgettable player experiences, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits & conditions

We adopt a holistic approach to our benefits programs, emphasizing physical, emotional, financial, career, and community wellness to support a balanced life. Our packages are tailored to meet local needs and may include healthcare coverage, mental well-being support, retirement savings, paid time off, family leaves, complimentary games, and more. We nurture environments where our teams can always bring their best to what they do.

About the company

Electronic Arts creates next-level entertainment experiences that inspire players and fans around the world. Here, everyone is part of the story. Part of a community that connects across the globe. A place where creativity thrives, new perspectives are invited, and ideas matter. A team where everyone makes play happen.

Battlefield is a storied franchise renowned for uncompromising combat gameplay and all-out warfare, for over two decades. 100 million players and 5 billion hours played later, Battlefield Studios is defining the future of the first-person shooter with the biggest launch in franchise history with Battlefield 6, and a new era beginning with Battlefield REDSEC.

United under the banner of Battlefield Studios, 4 world-class teams across Criterion, DICE, Motive, and Ripple Effect have come together to focus on the future of the franchise, a connected Battlefield universe filled with immersive experiences built on our unique DNA., DICE is a creative studio with offices in Stockholm and Gothenburg. We believe in the power of inclusion and welcome game creators from all backgrounds to collaborate with us as we unlock the potential for the future of Battlefield!

We’re always pushing to be at the forefront of creative entertainment - blending digital art, design, and technology to push boundaries. Our collaborative culture is fueled by passion, driving innovation and making a positive difference for our players and community.

At DICE, your ideas matter. We offer an inclusive space where you can thrive, be yourself, and grow alongside a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact to the world of gaming.

We’re all-in on the future and our most ambitious Battlefield yet. Want to be part of something special? Read on.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Game Designer to create innovative AI systems that enhance player experiences in Battlefield. As part of the core AI team, you will solve complex design challenges and build player-focused systems in a collaborative, cross-disciplinary environment.

Focused on PvP across multiplayer and F2P, you will be working as part of a cross studio team, collaborating with colleagues in several countries to deliver high-quality shooter experiences for an established franchise.

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