Remote AI Ethics Officer

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Híbrido; ZAR 800.000 - 1.200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Bonuses

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Training & events

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a dedicated Remote AI Ethics Officer to shape and enforce ethical guidelines for AI across the organization. This fully remote role involves conducting impact assessments, developing policy frameworks, and advising on best practices to ensure fairness, accountability, and transparency in AI systems.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed ethical considerations into the AI lifecycle, stay current with regulations, and guide leadership on the ethical

Formación

• Master's degree or equivalent in ethics, law, policy, philosophy, CS with ethics focus, or related field.
• Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible technology, or governance.
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and bias/fairness explainability.

Responsabilidades

• Develop, implement, and maintain AI ethics policies and guidelines.
• Conduct ethical risk assessments for AI projects and identify biases and societal impacts.
• Monitor AI systems for compliance with internal policies and regulations.
• Collaborate with legal, engineering, data science, and product teams to embed ethics in the AI lifecycle.
• Provide training to employees on AI ethics principles and best practices.
• Stay updated on global AI regulations and governance developments.
• Advise leadership on ethical implications of new AI initiatives and innovations.
• Engage with external stakeholders on AI ethics matters as needed.

Conocimientos

AI ethics

Policy development

Stakeholder engagement

Remote work

Research

Educación

Master's degree

Descripción del empleo

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and principled Remote AI Ethics Officer to join their organization. In this fully remote role, you will be instrumental in shaping and enforcing ethical guidelines for the development and deployment of artificial intelligence across all company initiatives. Your responsibilities will include conducting ethical impact assessments, developing policy frameworks, and advising on best practices to ensure fairness, accountability, and transparency in our AI systems. This is a critical position for an individual passionate about responsible technology and its societal implications. Join a forward-thinking company that is committed to leading the industry in ethical AI practices.

Key Responsibilities

Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive AI ethics policies and guidelines. Conduct thorough ethical risk assessments for AI projects, identifying potential biases, fairness issues, and societal impacts. Monitor AI systems to ensure compliance with ethical standards, internal policies, and relevant regulations. Collaborate with legal, engineering, data science, and product teams to embed ethical considerations into the AI lifecycle. Provide guidance and training to employees on AI ethics principles and best practices. Stay abreast of global AI regulations, ethical frameworks, and emerging trends in AI governance. Advise leadership on ethical implications of new AI initiatives and technological advancements. Contribute to fostering an organizational culture that prioritizes responsible AI development. Engage with external stakeholders on AI ethics matters as needed.

Requirements

Master's degree or equivalent experience in Ethics, Law, Public Policy, Philosophy, Computer Science (with an ethics focus), or a related field. Proven experience in AI ethics, responsible technology, or technology governance. Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and the technical challenges associated with bias, fairness, and explainability. Familiarity with current and emerging AI regulations and ethical frameworks. Excellent analytical, research, and critical thinking skills. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, capable of articulating complex ethical and technical issues clearly. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting. Experience in policy development and stakeholder engagement. Commitment to promoting ethical innovation and positive societal impact.

Benefits

This is a fully remote position offering significant flexibility and the opportunity to work from anywhere. Our client provides a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and a robust benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance, along with a generous retirement savings plan. We support continuous professional development through access to training, workshops, and industry events. You'll be part of an innovative and ethical organization committed to advancing technology responsibly. Join a team that values your expertise and empowers you to make a meaningful impact.