OverviewElectronic 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.About Creative InnovationCreative Innovation sits at the intersection of emerging technology, creative craft, and game-making, developing the tools, partnerships, and breakthroughs that help EA's studios create more ambitiously. We innovate shoulder to shoulder with game teams, pushing the boundaries of what's possible, and our work reaches players through the world's most beloved games.PositionSenior Research Developer – ML Agents program. Hybrid remote/in-office (3 days/week at the Vancouver, BC studio). Reports to the Pillar lead for Emergent Gameplay. Use reinforcement learning, imitation learning to create real-time NPC behaviors and game AI bots, translating research into functional demonstrations that guide innovation for EA's games.ResponsibilitiesDevelop novel ideas by researching and implementing solutions to some of the most complex challenges in video game AI.Contribute to applied research in areas such as Language Models, Reinforcement Learning, Imitation Learning, and agent reasoning, proposing new use cases and algorithms for player-facing game AI agents while targeting real-time, on-device performance.Build compelling demos that highlight novel applications of game AI agents, including NPC behaviors and game AI bots, with a focus on integration into modern game engine technologies.Collaborate directly with game studios to understand their AI needs and deliver agent solutions that work within their production pipelines.Take initiative on new ideas, investigate and adapt applications to games.Required QualificationsA degree in Computer Science, a STEM field,



or equivalent practical experience related to game AI.8+ years of experience in software development, game development, or other relevant roles demonstrating the ability to build real-time game AI experiences.Robust experience with Reinforcement Learning, Imitation Learning, or other agent-based ML approaches.Experience turning ideas into functional prototypes or demos that showcase concepts in practice.Excellent programming abilities and ability to explain complex concepts.Experience with programming languages commonly used in game development and machine learning, including C++, C#, and Python.Working knowledge of game engines such as Unity, Unreal, Godot, or similar technologies.Genuine interest in video games coupled with a critical understanding of how AI is built in games.Desired QualificationsPhD degree in Computer Science or a STEM field.Experience deploying ML models in shipped game titles or live production environments.Experience with publications in peer‐reviewed conferences or journals.Benefits & CompensationPay range for Vancouver, BC: $141,400 – $204,400 CAD. Benefits include vacation, sick time, EI/QPIP top‐up, health/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, bonus and equity eligibility for certain roles. Additional benefits may include paid time off, family leave, and wellness programs. Check EA Careers for full details.Equal Opportunity EmployerElectronic Arts is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, religion, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital status, family status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We will also consider employment qualified applicants with criminal records in accordance with applicable law. EA also makes workplace accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as required by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Développeur.Euse Sénior.E En Recherche (Agents D'Aa) - Innovation Créative/Senior Research Deve... (Vancouver)
🏢 Electronic Arts (EA)
📍 Vancouver