Principal AI Ethicist

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Global impact

Professional development support

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Principal AI Ethicist to guide the ethical framework and responsible AI development across the organization in Centurion. You will assess societal impact of AI systems, develop guidelines, and ensure compliance with ethical standards and regulations.

The role collaborates with Legal, Engineering and Product teams to embed ethics into design, conducts risk assessments, and leads training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in philosophy, ethics, law, sociology, or related field with tech ethics specialization.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology policy.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML concepts and societal implications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics policies across the AI lifecycle.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for new AI products and features.
• Collaborate with legal, engineering, and product teams to integrate ethics into design and implementation.
• Advise leadership on ethical challenges and regulatory landscapes related to AI.
• Develop and deliver training programs on AI ethics for employees across the organization.

Skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Master's or PhD in Philosophy/Ethics/Law/Sociology with tech ethics specialization

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished Principal AI Ethicist to join their strategic policy team in Centurion . This critical role involves shaping the ethical framework and responsible development of AI technologies across the organization. You will be responsible for assessing the societal impact of AI systems, developing guidelines, and ensuring compliance with ethical standards and regulations. This position offers a unique opportunity to influence the trajectory of AI development in a company committed to ethical innovation and social responsibility, working at the forefront of responsible technology.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive AI ethics policies, principles, and best practices across all AI development lifecycle stages.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for new AI products and features, identifying potential biases and societal impacts.
• Collaborate with legal, engineering, and product teams to integrate ethical considerations into AI system design and implementation.
• Advise leadership on emerging ethical challenges and regulatory landscapes related to AI.
• Develop and deliver training programs on AI ethics for employees across the organization.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD) in Philosophy, Ethics, Law, Sociology, or a related field with a specialization in technology ethics.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology policy.
• Deep understanding of AI/ML concepts, societal implications, and ethical frameworks.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct rigorous ethical analysis and develop practical recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, crucial for this role in Centurion .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape the future of responsible AI on a global scale.
• Support for professional development, research, and conference attendance.
• Flexible work arrangements contributing to work-life balance.
• A culture that values integrity, foresight, and ethical leadership.