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Escape Velocity Entertainment · 10 hours ago

AI Director - Machine Learning | North America | Canada | Europe | Fully Remote

positionUnited States
timeFull-time
remoteRemote
seniorityDirector/Executive

Escape Velocity Entertainment is seeking an experienced AI/Machine Learning Director to join their Engineering team. The role involves researching, developing, and prototyping AI/ML solutions to enhance their ambitious projects, overseeing ML bot development, and educating teams on AI capabilities.

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Responsibilities

Oversee ML bot research, development, and implementation
Identify and evaluate opportunities to use generative AI across the production pipeline
Gather AI-related ideas and needs from teams and convert them into actionable plans
Drive execution of approved AI initiatives, prototypes, and workflow improvements
Explore and prototype local models trained on internal data
Develop guidelines and best practices for agentic AI systems (e.g., Windwalk, Antigravity)
Educate directors and teams on AI capabilities, limitations, and practical usage
Up to date knowledge with emerging AI models, tools, and industry trends
Understand major AI models and clearly explain their strengths, weaknesses, and applicability

Qualification

AI/ML theoryPythonC++ML frameworksGenerative AICommunication skillsGame development experienceCollaborative mindset

Required

Previously held an AI/ML Lead/Manager or equivalent position
Solid experience with Python and C++ with strong expertise with ML frameworks like PyTorch and TensorFlow
Strong communication skills for engaging both technical and non-technical audiences
Expertise in AI/ML theory, algorithms, and system design
A collaborative, mentoring-oriented mindset and passion for solving problems
Up to date knowledge with emerging AI models, tools, and industry trends
Understand major AI models and clearly explain their strengths, weaknesses, and applicability
Oversee ML bot research, development, and implementation
Identify and evaluate opportunities to use generative AI across the production pipeline
Gather AI-related ideas and needs from teams and convert them into actionable plans
Drive execution of approved AI initiatives, prototypes, and workflow improvements
Explore and prototype local models trained on internal data
Develop guidelines and best practices for agentic AI systems (e.g., Windwalk, Antigravity)
Educate directors and teams on AI capabilities, limitations, and practical usage

Preferred

Game development experience is a plus but is not required

Benefits

A generous PTO allowance
Summer and Winter holidays studio closure (separate to PTO allowance)
Private Medical & Dental Healthcare
Private Mental Health scheme
A generous annual Health & Wellbeing allowance
Discretionary Studio Bonus
Top range tech for your home set up
Other benefits based on your region

Company

Escape Velocity Entertainment

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people-size51-200 employees
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https://www.eve.games

H1B Sponsorship

Escape Velocity Entertainment has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Matthew Urban
Chief Operating Officer
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