Senior AI Designer

• Create, pitch, and prototype gameplay ideas for core combat and moment-to-moment mechanics and systems
• Design combat characters, including their feel, behavior, abilities, and encounters in various settings
• Implement combatant characters with animations and behavior using state machines, behavior trees, visual effects, sound effects, combat encounters, arena layouts, pacing, level design tools, and scripting systems
• Create design documents, content briefs, system outlines, and other information-sharing materials
• Own produced functions from conceptual and paper design through prototyping, scripting, iteration, debugging, optimization, and delivery
• Conduct playtest sessions with level designers, artists, animators, and programmers to improve prototypes
• Collaborate across multiple disciplines and ensure relevant partners are involved and informed
• Stay current on industry trends, game genres, design methods, techniques, and audio-visual excellence
• Share knowledge and mentor less experienced peers
• Occasionally support the Lead in recruitment projects with HR collaboration

• Candidates must be from the game industry and based in Europe
• At least 6+ years of experience in the production of games for consoles and PC
• 4+ years of experience shipping AAA TPP / shooters / cover shooters titles in combat or systems design roles
• At least 1 shipped title in a senior role, with a history of successful features
• Excellent knowledge of Unreal Engine 4
• Working proficiency with Unreal Engine Editor
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and align design vision with internal partners and the target audience
• Exceptional ability to conceptualize, pitch, and implement game systems and features using various tools, technology, and visual language
• Solid understanding of creative and game development processes
• Extensive experience with online action games
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English
• Open-minded team player attitude
• Strong work ethic and self-motivated
• Passionate about playing and making video games
• Familiarity with scripting languages and a strong foundation in math
• Deep understanding of systems design, player psychology, and emerging industry trends
• Experience with versatile game development tools such as Unity and Unreal
• Experience with Atlassian software (JIRA, Confluence)

• UK Private medical healthcare (Vitality) and BUPA dental insurance for PCF's employees and their families
• Gympass for employees and family members
• Online Polish and English language classes
• Access to the pension scheme
• Flexible working hours
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions included in the plan for members and their dependents
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do
• Poland private medical healthcare including dental treatment for PCF members and their families (Signal Iduna)
• MultiSport card for you and your family members or friends
• Free library with a wide range of games and books you have unlimited access to
• In-company Polish and English language classes
• Fresh fruit, snacks, and beverages for everyone in the office
• Flexible working hours
• Free virtual health and mental wellbeing sessions are included in the plan for members and their dependents
• Personal development opportunities and ability to work in a global environment
• Work in a creative team with people full of passion for what they do