Job Description
Step into the future with Nexus Innovations as we pioneer ethical AI frameworks for 2026. We seek a visionary AI Ethicist to shape the moral backbone of tomorrow's technology landscape. Join our cross-disciplinary team in Austin, where innovation meets responsibility, and help us build AI systems that empower humanity while safeguarding ethical boundaries.
This role demands a blend of philosophical rigor and technical fluency, offering unparalleled opportunities to influence global AI policy and corporate governance. Enjoy competitive compensation, flexible work arrangements, and a culture that values intellectual courage.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement ethical AI governance frameworks aligned with 2026 regulatory landscapes
- Conduct bias audits and risk assessments for autonomous systems and generative AI
- Collaborate with product teams to embed ethical design principles into AI development lifecycles
- Author thought leadership on AI ethics for industry publications and policy forums
- Lead stakeholder engagement with regulators, academia, and civil society organizations
- Establish real-time monitoring systems for AI system compliance with evolving ethical standards
Qualifications
- PhD or Master's in Philosophy, Computer Science, Ethics, or related field with 5+ years' AI governance experience
- Proven expertise in bias mitigation techniques and fairness metrics for machine learning systems
- Deep understanding of global AI regulations (EU AI Act, NIST frameworks) and 2026 policy trajectories
- Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex ethical concepts for technical and non-technical audiences
- Experience with AI model transparency tools and explainable AI (XAI) methodologies
- Published research in AI ethics or related fields preferred