Remote AI Ethics Officer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Remote work

Professional development

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote AI Ethics Officer to join its AI & Emerging Technologies team. You will design and implement robust ethical frameworks for AI systems, ensuring alignment with societal values, laws, and best practices for responsible innovation from your home base.

Based in Durban with a globally distributed team, you will conduct ethics risk assessments, guide development teams on responsible AI, monitor for bias, and stay current with evolving regulations to help build

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Philosophy, Law, CS, or related field.
• Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology policy.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and ethical risks.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain AI ethics policies and guidelines.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI projects and products.
• Provide guidance and training on ethical AI principles.
• Monitor AI systems for bias and unintended consequences with mitigations.
• Stay updated with evolving AI ethics regulations and research.
• Lead cross-functional discussions on ethical dilemmas in AI lifecycles.

Skills

AI ethics

Policy guidance

Remote collaboration

Education

Advanced degree in Ethics/Law/CS

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a dedicated Remote AI Ethics Officer to join their expanding AI & Emerging Technologies team. This crucial role involves developing and implementing robust ethical frameworks and guidelines for the design, development, and deployment of artificial intelligence systems across the organization. You will play a key part in ensuring that our AI initiatives align with societal values, legal requirements, and best practices for responsible innovation. Working remotely, you will collaborate with diverse teams globally, advocating for ethical considerations at every stage of the AI lifecycle, and contributing to building trustworthy AI solutions from your home base. This position is ideal for a proactive individual passionate about responsible technology. We are building a future where AI is not only powerful but also fair, transparent, and beneficial for all. This role is based in the dynamic region of Durban , supporting a globally distributed team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive AI ethics policies and guidelines.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments and impact analyses for AI projects and products.
• Provide guidance and training to development teams on ethical AI principles and best practices.
• Monitor AI systems for bias, fairness, and potential unintended consequences, recommending mitigation strategies.
• Stay current with evolving AI ethics regulations, research, and public discourse.
• Facilitate cross-functional discussions and decision-making on complex ethical dilemmas related to AI.

Requirements

• Advanced degree in Ethics, Philosophy, Law, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible AI, or technology policy.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts, including potential ethical risks like bias, privacy, and accountability.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management abilities, capable of influencing diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities, including relevant certifications and training.
• Opportunity to shape the ethical future of AI within a leading technology company.