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Creature AI Programmer

DKDK·Copenhagenmid
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Overview

We are looking for an experienced creature AI Programmer who will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of creatures in our animation team.

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We are looking for an experienced creature AI Programmer who will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of creatures in our animation team. This position will create systems and features that enhance the work of our animators and will be a key interface with the wider programming team. You will deploy a variety of skills to bring these creatures to life and a strong understanding of animation, physics, AI and gameplay programming is essential.

You should be willing to work at the Playdead office in Copenhagen, Denmark.

  • Designing and developing new AI systems and features to aid creature setup, navigation and interaction between creatures and an open world environment.
  • Create custom scenarios in collaboration with the animation team
  • Develop debug tools to help our animators when needed
  • Engage with the wider programming team to ensure we develop sustainable, optimised and stable functionality.
  • Professional experience working with AI development, tooling and/or animation systems
  • Deep technical experience and competence working with C++ and Unreal engine
  • You have developed and released at least 1 AAA game
  • You have a collaborative spirit and work to solve problems as a member of the wider production team

We are open minded about the technologies we deploy and always open to consider new options to solve emerging challenges.

Who we are

Playdead is an independent game developer based in Copenhagen, Denmark. We are the creators and publishers of LIMBO and INSIDE. Our current project is a 3rd person, open world, science fiction adventure built for multiple platforms on Unreal Engine, published by Epic Games Publishing.

Our legacy and ambition is to make games with an uncompromising attention to detail. Our approach to development is experimental, iterative and collaborative. We are particularly interested in friendly, talented people who feel confident taking charge of their own schedule.

We are currently more than 100 creative professionals and still looking to grow.

Learn more about us at www.playdead.com



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Where is the job
Copenhagen, DK
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About this job

Posted
318 days ago
Employer
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Listing Details

Posted
December 1, 2025
First seen
March 26, 2026
Last seen
October 15, 2026

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Days active
202
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0
Trust Level
29%
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October 15, 2026

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Employees
125
Founded
2006
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Creature AI Programmer