Senior AI Strategy Researcher

Business Unit

Tencent Games was established in 2003. We are a leading global platform for game development, operations and publishing, and the largest online game community in China. Tencent Games has developed and operated over 140 games. We provide cross-platform interactive entertainment experience for more than 800 million users in over 201 countries and regions around the world. Honor of Kings, PUBG MOBILE, and League of Legends, are some of our most popular titles around the world.

Meanwhile, we actively promote the development of esports industry, work with global partners to build an open, collaborative and symbiotic industrial ecology, and create high-quality digital life experiences for players.

About Tencent Games Games

Tencent Games was established in 2003. We are a leading global platform for game development, operations and publishing, and the largest online game community in China. Tencent Games has developed and operated over 140 games. We provide cross-platform interactive entertainment experience for more than 800 million users in over 200 countries and regions around the world. Honor of Kings, PUBG MOBILE, and League of Legends, are some of our most popular titles around the world.

Meanwhile, we actively promote the development of esports industry, work with global partners to build an open, collaborative and symbiotic industrial ecology, and create high-quality digital life experiences for players.

About Tencent’s Central Technology Platform

Asthetechnicalbackboneof Tencent Games ,the Tencent Games Central Technology Platformisdedicatedtodeliveringhigh-qualitytechnicalmiddle-platformservicesandpioneeringinnovationguidancefor

Tencent

Games.

Weactivelyexplorebreakthroughsinapplyinggamingtechnologiesacrosscommercialproductsandsociallyimpactfulscenarios,drivingefficiencyingameproductionandelevatinguserexperiences.

Committedtofosteringanopentechnicalsharingecosystem,weempowerglobalgamedevelopersthroughourexpertise,tools,and products,acceleratingtheadvancementofgamingtechnologiesworldwide.

Responsibilities:

• Research and analyze the latest advancements in gaming AI technologies, including but not limited to AI-driven 2D/3D content generation, intelligent NPCs, AI-assisted coding and AI real time rendering.
• Build and maintain connections with AI professionals across the gaming industry, tech sector, and academia to stay informed of cutting-edge applications and best practices.
• Provide strategic insights and recommendations on AI technology adoption for Tencent Games’ Central Technology Platform.
• Initiate, promote, and manage joint research collaborations with leading universities as needed.

Key

Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of AI technologies and/or hands‑on experience with game development technologies.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and research skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information effectively.
• Proficiency in both English and Mandarin for professional communication.
• Deep passion for the evolution and future potential of gaming AI.

Plus:

• Well‑established network with AI experts in the gaming industry, technology sector, or academic research community.
• Publications in top‑tier AI or computer vision conferences or journals, such as SIGGRAPH, AAAI, or CVPR.

Education & Experience:

Minimum: BS-Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Computer Science, and related fields.

Preferred: MS or PhD - Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Computer Science, and related fields.

Location State(s)

California

The base pay range for this position in the state(s) above is $117,600.0 to $241,200.0 per year. Actual pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. A sign on payment, relocation package, and restricted stock units may be provided as part of the compensation package, as well as other medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the specific position offered.

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.