About Shortgun Games We are a new-age gaming studio, passionately crafting unforgettable experiences for mobile, PC, and console platforms since 2021. Currently, we’re developing a high-octane, third-person shooter (TPS) that aims to push the boundaries of action gaming. Our mission? To merge cutting-edge gameplay with AI-driven creativity, and in the process, shape the future of game development. AI is central to this vision from procedural content and adaptive NPCs to AI-powered art workflows. As an AI Research Intern, you’ll be part of the team exploring how these technologies can revolutionize the way we create and play games. The Role This isn’t a “fetch-and-file” internship. You’ll be researching bleeding-edge AI tech, experimenting with prototypes, and directly influencing the future of our development pipeline while directly working with the leadership of the company. Working alongside our AI Engineering team, you’ll bridge research and real-world implementation, testing ideas that could end up in our shipped titles. If you’re passionate about games, fascinated by AI, and eager to turn theory into practice this internship is your launchpad. What You’ll Do Scout the Future → Research and evaluate emerging AI tools, frameworks, and APIs for gaming (generative art, procedural systems, NPC behavior, NLP, animation, etc.). Test & Prototype → Assist in building small-scale AI prototypes in Unreal Engine (C++/Python scripting skills a plus). Translate Complexity → Prepare clear reports, comparisons, and demos that help the engineering team make adoption decisions. Track Industry Trends → Stay ahead of developments in AI for games, VR, AR, and interactive media. Support Integration → Test AI-driven workflows and help document use cases for production teams. What You Bring A strong curiosity about AI, games, and the future where the two intersect. Basic programming or scripting experience (C++ or Python preferred). Familiarity with game engines (Unreal Engine a plus). Strong research skills with the ability to distill complex tech into actionable insights. Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable exploring new tech independently. Bonus Points If You Have Exposure to AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX). Academic or hobby projects in AI, procedural generation, or NLP for games. Experience tinkering with Unreal Engine, Unity, or similar engines. What You’ll Gain This Isn’t Just An Internship, It’s a Chance To Be At The Frontier Of AI In Gaming. You’ll Leave With More Than Just a Line On Your CV Hands-On Experience → Work directly with Unreal Engine and cutting-edge AI tools. Portfolio-Ready Projects → Build prototypes and experiments you can showcase to future employers. Mentorship & Learning → Get guided by experienced AI engineers and game developers. Career Acceleration → Learn how experimental AI research translates into shipped games. Impactful Work → Contribute to real projects, not just side tasks your findings can influence our game’s production. Studio Experience → See what it’s like to work inside a fast-moving, ambitious gaming startup. Why Join Shortgun Games? At Shortgun, you’re not just another intern you’re part of the team shaping how AI transforms game development. You’ll have the freedom to explore, experiment, and contribute meaningfully, all while building skills that put you ahead of the curve in one of the most exciting frontiers of tech and gaming. If you’ve ever dreamed of combining your love for games with your fascination for AI, this is your chance to make it real. Note: This is a paid internship.Skills: research,ai research,gaming,game development,unreal engine,c++,pytorch,tensorflow,onnx,pc games,artificial intelligence,machine learning
About Shortgun Games We are a new-age gaming studio, passionately crafting unforgettable experiences for mobile, PC, and console platforms since 2021. Currently, we’re developing a high-octane, third-person shooter (TPS) that aims to push the boundaries of action gaming. Our mission? To merge cutting-edge gameplay with AI-driven creativity, and in the process, shape the future of game development. If you love building, experimenting, and leading teams to break new ground in gaming technology we’d love to have you join the squad. The Role We’re seeking an AI Engineering Manager who thrives at the intersection of hardcore Unreal Engine engineering and breakthrough AI innovation. You’ll lead the charge in designing AI-powered workflows that transform how we build games from content creation and animation to gameplay systems and production tools. This is not just a management role. You’ll be hands-on in C++ and Unreal, shipping real features, while also mentoring engineers and defining our AI integration strategy. You’ll get to experiment, fail fast, and scale what works with the freedom to shape both the technical vision and the creative impact of AI in game development. What You’ll Do Build & Integrate AI Tools → Design and implement AI-driven systems across art, design, and engineering workflows. Lead by Example → Write robust, high-performance C++ in Unreal Engine while guiding your team to deliver scalable solutions. This is a hands-on development role. Mentor & Manage → Grow and inspire a cross-disciplinary team of AI and gameplay engineers. Optimize Workflows → Collaborate with design, art, and production teams to eliminate bottlenecks using AI solutions. Experiment with the Future → Research and prototype with generative AI, procedural systems, NLP, and animation AI turning emerging tech into production-ready tools. Deliver Excellence → Apply your shipped-game experience to ensure systems are stable, polished, and ready for prime time. What You Bring 7+ years in professional game development. At least 1 shipped PC/Console game (AAA or indie). Mastery of C++ with deep Unreal Engine expertise. Familiarity with Unreal’s AI frameworks, gameplay systems, and editor tooling. Knowledge of AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX) and GPU/cloud-driven workflows. Proven team leadership & mentoring experience. Passion for games, AI, and building tools that empower creative teams. Bonus Points If You Have Experience in procedural content generation in Unreal. Background in AI-driven animation systems. Exposure to both AAA and indie development cultures. Built custom Unreal Editor plugins or tools. What You’ll Get Out of It Role This is not a maintenance role. It’s a pioneering seat at the frontier of AI and game development. Here’s why this opportunity stands out: Be a Trailblazer → Drive how AI is used in real shipped games not just experiments. Creative Freedom → Work in a culture where experimenting with new AI tech isn’t just encouraged, it's expected. Impact Beyond Code → Your work will influence game design, art pipelines, and the very pace of production. Career Growth → Build impressive leadership credentials in one of the fastest-emerging intersections of gaming and AI. Collaborative Culture → Join a squad of ambitious creators where your ideas are heard, tested, and scaled. Work-Life Flexibility → Choose remote, hybrid, or on-site setups to match your lifestyle. Why Shortgun Games? At Shortgun, we’re not just making games we’re redefining how games are made. You’ll be at the ground floor of a studio where innovation isn’t boxed in by legacy systems or corporate red tape. Every line of code, every experiment, and every AI workflow you pioneer will directly shape the future of our games and potentially the gaming industry itself. If you’ve ever wanted to lead a team, ship ambitious titles, and pioneer AI in game development, this is the role you’ve been waiting for. Skills: game development,c++,unreal engine,ai development,engineering management
About Shortgun Games We are a new-age gaming studio, passionately crafting unforgettable experiences for mobile, PC, and console platforms since 2021. Currently, we’re developing a high-octane, third-person shooter (TPS) that aims to push the boundaries of action gaming. Our mission? To merge cutting-edge gameplay with AI-driven creativity, and in the process, shape the future of game development. If you love building, experimenting, and leading teams to break new ground in gaming technology we’d love to have you join the squad. The Role We’re seeking an Engineering Manager who thrives at the intersection of hardcore Unreal Engine engineering and breakthrough AI innovation. You’ll lead the charge in designing AI-powered workflows that transform how we build games from content creation and animation to gameplay systems and production tools. This is not just a management role. You’ll be hands-on in C++ and Unreal, shipping real features, while also mentoring engineers and defining our AI integration strategy. You’ll get to experiment, fail fast, and scale what works with the freedom to shape both the technical vision and the creative impact of AI in game development. What You’ll Do Build & Integrate AI Tools → Design and implement AI-driven systems across art, design, and engineering workflows. Lead by Example → Write robust, high-performance C++ in Unreal Engine while guiding your team to deliver scalable solutions. This is a hands-on development role. Mentor & Manage → Grow and inspire a cross-disciplinary team of AI and gameplay engineers. Optimize Workflows → Collaborate with design, art, and production teams to eliminate bottlenecks using AI solutions. Experiment with the Future → Research and prototype with generative AI, procedural systems, NLP, and animation AI turning emerging tech into production-ready tools. Deliver Excellence → Apply your shipped-game experience to ensure systems are stable, polished, and ready for prime time. What You Bring 7+ years in professional game development. At least 1 shipped PC/Console game (AAA or indie). Mastery of C++ with deep Unreal Engine expertise. Familiarity with Unreal’s AI frameworks, gameplay systems, and editor tooling. Knowledge of AI/ML frameworks (PyTorch, TensorFlow, ONNX) and GPU/cloud-driven workflows. Proven team leadership & mentoring experience. Passion for games, AI, and building tools that empower creative teams. Bonus Points If You Have Experience in procedural content generation in Unreal. Background in AI-driven animation systems. Exposure to both AAA and indie development cultures. Built custom Unreal Editor plugins or tools. What You’ll Get Out of It Role This is not a maintenance role. It’s a pioneering seat at the frontier of AI and game development. Here’s why this opportunity stands out: Be a Trailblazer → Drive how AI is used in real shipped games not just experiments. Creative Freedom → Work in a culture where experimenting with new AI tech isn’t just encouraged, it's expected. Impact Beyond Code → Your work will influence game design, art pipelines, and the very pace of production. Career Growth → Build impressive leadership credentials in one of the fastest-emerging intersections of gaming and AI. Collaborative Culture → Join a squad of ambitious creators where your ideas are heard, tested, and scaled. Work-Life Flexibility → Choose remote, hybrid, or on-site setups to match your lifestyle. Why Shortgun Games? At Shortgun, we’re not just making games we’re redefining how games are made. You’ll be at the ground floor of a studio where innovation isn’t boxed in by legacy systems or corporate red tape. Every line of code, every experiment, and every AI workflow you pioneer will directly shape the future of our games and potentially the gaming industry itself. If you’ve ever wanted to lead a team, ship ambitious titles, and pioneer AI in game development, this is the role you’ve been waiting for. Skills: c++,game development,ai development,unreal engine,engineering management