Remote AI Ethics Auditor

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,496,000 - 2,493,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work flexibility

Flexible hours

Generous paid time off

Home office setup allowance

Professional development opportunities

Retirement savings plan with employer-

Regular virtual team meetings

Conferences attendance opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an AI Ethics Auditor to join a fully remote team. You will design audit methodologies, evaluate AI systems for bias, and provide actionable recommendations to ensure fairness and regulatory compliance across the AI lifecycle.

You will collaborate with researchers, engineers, legal counsel, and compliance officers to embed ethical practices, publish reports, and help shape responsible AI development on a global scale.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a relevant field with strong technical understanding.
• Proven auditing, risk management or compliance experience in AI/tech ethics.
• Strong grasp of AI/ML concepts, bias, fairness and regulatory considerations.
• Excellent analytical, written and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement AI ethics audit methodologies and frameworks.
• Conduct independent audits of AI systems to identify biases and ethical risks.
• Evaluate development processes for adherence to guidelines and standards.
• Assess models for fairness, transparency, accountability and robustness.
• Document findings with actionable remediation recommendations.
• Collaborate with AI teams to embed ethical practices across the lifecycle.
• Stay updated on evolving AI ethics regulations and best practices.
• Prepare audit reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Develop metrics to measure AI fairness and compliance.
• Contribute to internal policies and standards for responsible AI.

Skills

AI ethics auditing

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

Education

Master's or PhD in CS/Data Science/Law/Ethics/Public Policy/Sociology

Tools

Data analysis tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking organization dedicated to responsible technology, is seeking a highly analytical and principled AI Ethics Auditor to join their expanding, fully remote team. This crucial role involves assessing and verifying that AI systems and their development processes adhere to ethical guidelines, fairness principles, and regulatory requirements. You will be instrumental in building trust and ensuring accountability in the AI lifecycle. Working remotely allows for maximum flexibility and global collaboration. Your responsibilities will include designing audit methodologies, conducting rigorous evaluations of AI models for bias and fairness, and providing actionable recommendations for improvement. This is a unique opportunity to shape the ethical landscape of AI from a crucial oversight perspective. You will engage with diverse teams, including AI researchers, engineers, legal counsel, and compliance officers, to embed ethical practices throughout the organization. Your work will directly contribute to the development of trustworthy and beneficial AI technologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive AI ethics audit methodologies and frameworks.
• Conduct independent audits of AI systems to identify potential biases, unfairness, or ethical risks.
• Evaluate AI development processes for adherence to ethical guidelines and regulatory standards.
• Assess AI models for fairness, transparency, accountability, and robustness.
• Document audit findings, risks, and provide clear, actionable recommendations for remediation.
• Collaborate with AI development teams to ensure ethical considerations are integrated throughout the AI lifecycle.
• Stay informed about evolving AI ethics research, regulations, and best practices.
• Prepare audit reports for senior management and relevant stakeholders.
• Develop and refine metrics for measuring AI fairness and ethical compliance.
• Contribute to the development of internal policies and standards for responsible AI.

Requirements

• Advanced degree (Master's or Ph.D.) in a relevant field such as Computer Science, Data Science, Law, Ethics, Public Policy, or Sociology with a strong technical understanding.
• Proven experience in auditing, risk management, compliance, or a related field, with a specific focus on AI or technology ethics.
• Strong understanding of AI and machine learning concepts, including potential biases and fairness issues.
• Knowledge of relevant legal and regulatory frameworks pertaining to AI and data privacy.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional report writing and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple audit projects in a remote environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Experience with data analysis tools and techniques is desirable.
• Commitment to promoting ethical and responsible AI development.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work flexibility with flexible hours.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, training, and conferences.
• Home office setup allowance.
• A meaningful role contributing to ethical AI development.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating remote work environment.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Regular virtual team meetings and social events.
• Chance to influence the future of responsible technology.