Game Developer

As a Game Developer for the Real-Time Character Chatbot project, your role will be crucial in leading the development of a lifelike AI companion that delivers an engaging user experience. You should have a minimum of 3 years of professional experience and a passion for solving creative challenges. Key Responsibilities: - Design and Implement core systems for real-time speech processing and character animation using Unity or Unreal Engine. - Integrate real-time speech-to-text (STT) and text-to-speech (TTS) pipelines for natural user communication. - Develop and manage state machines and animation systems for realistic facial and body animations synchronized with speech and emotions. - Integrate API calls to backend services to fetch AI-generated responses and map them to character actions and animations. - Optimize application performance for mobile devices, focusing on memory management, rendering, and CPU usage. - Collaborate with artists, designers, and AI engineers to create a seamless user experience. - Debug and troubleshoot technical issues across character animation and API integration. Required Skills & Experience: - 3+ years of professional game development experience with Unity or Unreal Engine. - Proficiency in C# (Unity) or C++ (Unreal Engine) and relevant scripting languages. - Hands-on experience with real-time character animation, including facial blendshapes and lip-syncing. - Proven API integration experience, especially with cloud-based AI services. - Solid understanding of real-time systems and optimization techniques for mobile platforms. - Experience with backend services for real-time applications. - Strong problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills. - Excellent communication and collaboration abilities in a fast-paced team environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience with ARKit or other augmented reality platforms. - Strong portfolio showcasing projects with character animation, AI integration, or interactive applications. - Familiarity with natural language processing (NLP) concepts.,