Lead Responsible AI Architect for Ethical, Scalable AI

ATS Client; Midrand; On-site; ZAR 1,300,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

ATS Client is seeking a Responsible AI Technology & Architecture leader to drive ethical AI systems across client engagements. You will guide architecture, design, and governance, ensuring fairness, transparency, and regulatory alignment while collaborating with sales and cross-functional teams.

The role demands deep expertise in AI, cloud platforms, and enterprise-scale deployments, with strong communication to translate complex concepts for diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, or related technical fields.
• Manager experience: 6–8 years
• Senior Manager: 8–10 years
• Architectural experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and their AI services.
• Proficiency in AI and machine learning algorithms and frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, R, or Java.
• Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Hadoop, Spark) and database management systems.
• Specific technology domain areas experience in at least one of: software development, cloud computing, systems engineering, data & analytics.
• Knowledge of ethical AI principles, data privacy laws, and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record in leading and delivering complex AI projects.
• Experience in implementing AI solutions in large-scale, enterprise environments.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Effective communication skills, capable of conveying complex AI concepts to diverse audiences.
• Commitment to ethical AI practices and continuous learning.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Leading the architecture and design of ethical AI systems, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and organizational policies using the required tools and technologies. Supporting client sales conversations and proposal preparation
• Collaborating with cross‑functional teams to design the integrations with existing data & AI platforms and workflows on cloud.
• Designing, and guiding the team on best practices and architectural guidelines for AI model development, testing, deployment, and monitoring; including helping define, build and roll out our internal Responsible AI tools and assets.
• Architecting the regular audits of AI systems to identify and mitigate biases, ensuring fairness and transparency.
• Spearheading Responsible AI related technology thought leadership and PoV, staying abreast of emerging technologies.
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to AI development teams, and development and delivery of Responsible AI technical training.
• Facilitating communication between technical and non‑technical stakeholders regarding AI projects and their impact.
• Supporting the evaluation of third‑party Responsible AI tools and frameworks.
• Architecting and solutioning AI project lifecycle – from conception through to deployment and maintenance.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Mentorship

Ethical AI

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science / AI / Data Science

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Python

R / Java

Docker

Kubernetes

Spark

Job description

ATS Client is seeking a Responsible AI Technology & Architecture leader to drive ethical AI systems across client engagements. You will guide architecture, design, and governance, ensuring fairness, transparency, and regulatory alignment while collaborating with sales and cross-functional teams.

The role demands deep expertise in AI, cloud platforms, and enterprise-scale deployments, with strong communication to translate complex concepts for diverse stakeholders.