Software Development Intern Jobs in Langley, BC (NOW HIRING)

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Founded in 2023, Small Axe  is the newest stand alone studio at 2K looking to push game development boundaries to bring 2K's next groundbreaking sports franchise to life. We're building a world-class team at our new Vancouver, BC location where our goal is to deliver an exceptional experience through bold ideas, technical excellence, and creative collaboration. We're seeking passionate and driven professionals across all areas of game development to help shape this ambitious vision. If you're interested in tackling unique challenges and think you have what it takes to level up our team, we encourage you to apply!

We're looking for an Expert Gameplay AI Software Engineer to help build the intelligence behind our next AAA sports title. You'll design and implement AI systems that drive team-based decision-making, play selection, positional awareness, and realistic athletic behavior in Unreal Engine 5. We need someone who combines deep algorithm expertise with a passion for team sports and a collaborative approach to working with designers, animators, and gameplay engineers.

      Architect and build AI systems for team-based sports gameplay in UE5

      Design decision-making frameworks for play selection, formations, and tactics

      Develop positional awareness and spatial reasoning for AI-controlled players

      Optimize AI performance for multi-threaded, performance-critical environments

      Partner with designers, animators, and gameplay engineers to deliver features

      Mentor engineers and contribute to team-wide technical growth

      Write clean, performant, and well-tested C++ code

      Conduct code reviews to uphold quality and consistency

      8+ years of software engineering experience in game development

      Expertise in C++ and Unreal Engine 5

      Strong algorithm and data structure design skills

      Experience with multi-threaded programming in performance-critical environments

      Deep understanding of team-based sports and competitive game dynamics

      Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines

      Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

      Passion for playing or watching sports

      Track record of shipping AAA sports or simulation titles

      Familiarity with modern console hardware and optimization techniques

As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided  suitable accommodations to enjoy equal employment opportunities, including the ability to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you need an accommodation as part of your application process or otherwise have questions about the Company's accommodation policy and review process.

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The pay range for this position in British Columbia at the start of employment is expected to be between $114,300 and $169,140 per Year. However, base pay offered is based on market location, and may vary further depending on individualized factors for job candidates, such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and other objective business considerations. Subject to those same considerations, the total compensation package for employees in regular roles may also include other elements, including a bonus and/or equity awards, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, provided that temporary or intern roles will not be eligible for many of these payments or benefits. Details of participation in compensation and benefit plans (if applicable) will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.