AI Ethics & Human Impact Lead — Hybrid/Remote

Zscaler; Santa Clara (CA); Hybrid; USD 151,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Time off plans

Parental leave

Retirement options

Education reimbursement

In-office perks

Job summary

Zscaler seeks an AI Ethics & Human Impact Lead to architect and drive our Ethical and Human Impact program. Reporting to the Head of People Risk & Integrity, this role combines philosophy, technology, and the future of work to keep innovation human-centered across the workforce tools.

Hybrid option in Santa Clara and Bellevue or remote with a preference for Chicago-based candidates. You will define frameworks, assess AI tools, monitor regulations, and serve as an independent ethics authority

Qualifications

• Advanced understanding of AI/ML technologies and experience leveraging, securing, or positioning AI-driven solutions to optimize outcomes within your functional domain
• An advanced degree or equivalent applied experience in a field requiring sustained ethical reasoning
• Deep practical literacy in how AI and machine learning systems work, sufficient to interrogate algorithmic design and identify risks
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in AI ethics, responsible AI, technology policy, or organizational ethics
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgment and influence at the executive level with credibility and composure
• Exceptional ability to translate abstract ethical concepts into clear, actionable language for technical, legal, and business audiences

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive AI Ethics Framework for People systems and workforce-adjacent AI, defining our values and decision criteria
• Serve as an independent ethics authority with the mandate to pause, challenge, or elevate AI initiatives that pose unacceptable risks to employees or candidates
• Design and lead Human Impact Assessments (HIAs) for AI tools
• Articulate and maintain our ethical position on the purpose of AI in the workplace, balancing efficiency with human-centered innovation
• Monitor the evolving global regulatory landscape to ensure proactive compliance and strategic positioning

Skills

AI/ML expertise

Independent judgment

Executive communication

Education

Advanced degree

Job description

Zscaler seeks an AI Ethics & Human Impact Lead to architect and drive our Ethical and Human Impact program. Reporting to the Head of People Risk & Integrity, this role combines philosophy, technology, and the future of work to keep innovation human-centered across the workforce tools.

Hybrid option in Santa Clara and Bellevue or remote with a preference for Chicago-based candidates. You will define frameworks, assess AI tools, monitor regulations, and serve as an independent ethics authority