AI Ethics and Governance Specialist

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary package

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to join their team in Welkom. This hybrid role focuses on ensuring that AI development and deployment align with ethical principles, regulatory requirements, and company values.

You will establish frameworks, policies, and processes to promote responsible AI innovation, collaborating with legal, compliance, data science, and engineering teams to navigate complex ethical landscapes and mitigate risks.

Qualifications

• Degree in Law, Ethics, Computer Science, Policy, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI ethics, policy development, or governance.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their ethical implications.
• Familiarity with regulations concerning AI and data privacy.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies, guidelines, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI projects and provide recommendations.
• Monitor AI systems for bias, fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Advise teams on ethical considerations in data collection, model development, and deployment.
• Stay current with AI ethics research, regulations, and industry standards.
• Facilitate training and awareness programs on responsible AI practices.

Skills

AI ethics

Governance

Policy development

Regulatory awareness

Collaborative communication

Education

Degree in Law, Ethics, CS, Policy

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive AI Ethics and Governance Specialist to join their team in Welkom. This hybrid role focuses on ensuring that the development and deployment of AI technologies align with ethical principles, regulatory requirements, and company values. You will play a critical role in establishing frameworks, policies, and processes to promote responsible AI innovation. Working collaboratively with legal, compliance, data science, and engineering teams, you will help navigate the complex ethical landscape of artificial intelligence, fostering trust and mitigating risks. This position is vital for building a future where AI is developed and used responsibly.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies, guidelines, and best practices.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI projects and provide recommendations.
• Monitor AI systems for bias, fairness, transparency, and accountability.
• Advise teams on ethical considerations related to data collection, model development, and deployment.
• Stay current with AI ethics research, regulations, and industry standards.
• Facilitate training and awareness programs on responsible AI practices.

Requirements

• Degree in Law, Ethics, Computer Science, Policy, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in AI ethics, policy development, or governance, preferably with a focus on technology.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and their ethical implications.
• Familiarity with relevant regulations and legal frameworks concerning AI and data privacy.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to translate complex ethical and technical concepts into actionable guidance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work model enabling flexibility.
• Opportunity to shape the ethical landscape of AI within the organization.
• Professional development opportunities in a growing field.
• Collaborative work environment focused on responsible innovation.