Astrid is a gaming studio that brings together accomplished worldbuilders and game developers to create multiplayer creative experiences. Our first project is a cooperative open-world sim, designed to foster connection, problem-solving, and shared discovery. Players embark on a profound social experience in a richly imagined world shaped by dynamic systems, immersive storytelling, and community-driven play.Our team spans the US, the UK, and beyond. We are taking a fully remote approach, but have regular in-person meetups to synchronise, huddle and build our culture.Job DescriptionAstrid is seeking an experienced Senior Gameplay Engineer to join our small and thoughtful team as we push the boundaries in gaming and IP, offering fans new meaningful worlds and experiences.We are looking for an individual with a passion for co-op games. You care deeply about characters, behaviours, and game AI — the kind that players feel rather than notice. You will be building character and NPC behaviours, iterating on cameras and controls, and making sure our game feels fun.This is a remote position on a fully distributed team.Who You AreYou are passionate about games and what they mean for our playersYou are proactive and take initiativeYou are a problem solver with a positive mindset who likes a challengeYou care about code quality and reducing technical debtYou consistently address issues as you encounter themYou like to experiment and innovateYou work well with others and communicate technical concepts clearlyYou have a continuous improvement mindsetWhat You Will DoDesign and create AI behaviours in Unreal Engine using State Trees and Blackboards.Build and iterate on Character, Camera & Controls.Integrate AI with the rest of the game systems to create a fun, exciting living world.Share knowledge, mentor, and support colleagues in your area of expertiseChampion engineering qualityPartner with engineers, designers and artists to deliver excellent player-facing featuresRequirementsProven experience developing AI behaviours in Unreal EngineAn interest in 3Cs (Character, Controls, Camera) and experience in a Third-Person gameWorking knowledge of State Trees, Blackboards, Perception, and GAS.Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.Solid knowledge of C++Experience identifying and addressing performance bottlenecks in UI and gameplay systemsBonus ExperienceExperience with Unreal Replication.Background in co-op or multiplayer character systems (replication, prediction, lag compensation)Exposure to AI-driven narrative or social simulation systemsExperience with systemic game design (emergent mechanics, simulation-driven worlds, sandbox titles)BenefitsGreat compensation package and equityPrivate health insurancePensionUnlimited vacation days. We trust our team!Flexible remote work hours as long as team members deliver resultsWe are committed to continuing to expand our benefits and perks to support our team.
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