Design and optimize rendering modules for an in-house game engine, build pipelines and shaders, research next-generation graphics, and provide technical support to artists.
About this role
This role researches, develops, and applies Generative AI for a new large-scale online game title. The work includes investigating advanced Generative AI technologies, including GANs, VAEs, Diffusion Models, and Transformers, and evaluating how they can be applied to game development.
Required qualifications include deep knowledge and practical experience in machine learning, especially deep learning and Generative AI. Candidates must have at least three years of development experience using Python and major deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch, TensorFlow, or JAX. Experience collecting, preprocessing, and managing large datasets and building data pipelines is also required. The role requires logical thinking and problem-solving skills for complex technical challenges, as well as the ability to communicate and collaborate smoothly with members from different professional disciplines. Knowledge of games is required.
Preferred experience includes game development with C++, integration with game engines such as Unreal Engine or Unity, and research or development involving Generative AI, procedural generation, or computer graphics in the game or entertainment industry. Knowledge or practical experience in MLOps, including machine-learning model deployment, operation, and monitoring, is welcomed. Experience with cloud-based AI/ML platforms such as AWS SageMaker, GCP AI Platform, or Azure ML is also preferred, as is knowledge of GPU optimization such as CUDA.
The posting also welcomes the ability to interpret current AI papers and independently carry work from prototyping through implementation and evaluation. Leadership or management experience with five or more members, and experience covering Generative AI development from product planning through release and operation, are preferred.
The position is based in Shinagawa, Tokyo. The employment type is full-time permanent employment, although a contract employment offer may be made depending on skills and experience. Annual compensation is listed as 5,000,000 to 9,000,000 JPY.
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