Character Behavior Developer- Generative AI Experiences SW at Apple

Department: Machine Learning and AI

Compensation · Listed in posting

$144,600 – $263,800

Location: Cupertino, California
Type: Other
Level: not_specified
Posted: Sep 30, 2026

Description

Apple is hiring a Character Behavior Designer to design how characters respond to people and environments, focusing on expression, responsiveness, timing, animation, speech, and believable social interactions. The role involves authoring and tuning character behaviors, collaborating with animators, engineers, and writers, and exploring techniques for interactive character behavior in real-time environments.

Required Skills

Behavior authoring
Behavior trees
State machines
Visual scripting
Interactive animation
Unity
Unreal

Additional Information

Required Previous Experiences: Experience authoring and tuning NPC or companion character behaviors using behavior trees, state machines, utility systems, or visual scripting
Experience with real-time game engines such as Unity, Unreal, or others
Preferred Qualifications: Background in animation, acting, physical comedy, or improvisation
Familiarity with conversational systems, including latency and failure modes
Solid grasp of traditional animation and performance principles
Prototyping, iteration, and evaluation skills
Experience with themed entertainment, animatronics, or interactive installation work
Translation Company Name: Apple

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