Remote Senior AI Ethics & Governance Specialist

Placements24; Willows (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work stipend

Health, dental, vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working hours

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Senior AI Ethics & Governance Specialist to lead the development and implementation of robust ethics policies and governance frameworks across the organization. You will conduct ethical risk assessments, advise product teams, and collaborate with legal, compliance, and engineering to ensure responsible AI deployment.

The role requires 6+ years of AI ethics experience, advanced degrees in ethics/law/public policy, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in AI ethics, governance, responsible AI, or a closely related field.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML concepts and societal implications.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing ethical frameworks and governance structures.
• Strong knowledge of legal, regulatory, and policy landscapes related to AI.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive AI ethics policies and governance frameworks.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for AI systems.
• Provide expert guidance to product teams, researchers, and leadership on responsible AI.
• Monitor AI systems for biases, fairness, and unintended consequences.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and engineering teams to ensure regulatory adherence.
• Develop and deliver training programs on AI ethics and governance.
• Stay updated on trends, research, and best practices in AI ethics and safety.
• Contribute to external thought leadership and industry discussions on AI ethics.
• Advocate for fairness, transparency, accountability, and human-centric AI development.

Skills

AI ethics

Governance

Stakeholder influence

Analytical thinking

Risk management

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's or Ph.D. in Ethics / Law / Public Policy / CS (ethics focus)

Job description

About the Role

About the Role Our client, a globally recognized leader in ethical technology development, is seeking a highly experienced Remote Senior AI Ethics & Governance Specialist to join their pioneering team. This crucial role is dedicated to ensuring that the development and deployment of artificial intelligence align with ethical principles, regulatory requirements, and societal values. You will be responsible for shaping and implementing robust governance frameworks, conducting impact assessments, and providing expert guidance on responsible AI practices across the organization. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of AI technologies, coupled with a strong foundation in ethics, law, policy, and risk management. You will work remotely, collaborating with diverse teams worldwide to foster a culture of responsible innovation. This is an exceptional opportunity to influence the trajectory of ethical AI on a global scale from your home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive AI ethics policies, guidelines, and governance frameworks.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for new and existing AI systems.
• Provide expert advice and guidance to product teams, researchers, and leadership on responsible AI development and deployment.
• Monitor AI systems for potential biases, fairness issues, and unintended consequences.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and engineering teams to ensure adherence to relevant regulations and standards.
• Develop and deliver training programs on AI ethics and governance to internal stakeholders.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends, research, and best practices in AI ethics, safety, and responsible innovation.
• Contribute to external thought leadership and industry discussions on AI ethics.
• Advocate for fairness, transparency, accountability, and human-centricity in AI development.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant field such as Ethics, Law, Public Policy, Computer Science with an ethics focus, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in AI ethics, governance, responsible AI, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of AI/ML concepts and their societal implications.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing ethical frameworks and governance structures.
• Strong knowledge of relevant legal, regulatory, and policy landscapes concerning AI.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment.
• Familiarity with AI development processes and lifecycle management.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary, commensurate with experience and remote work contribution.
• Comprehensive remote work setup stipend.
• Global health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, including access to online courses and virtual conferences.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Chance to work on impacted projects shaping the future of ethical AI.
• Membership in a world-class remote-first organization.