Job Description
Join Nexus Innovations at the forefront of shaping responsible AI development for 2026. We're seeking a visionary AI Ethics & Governance Lead to architect ethical frameworks and ensure our AI systems align with global standards. This pivotal role combines technical acumen with strategic foresight to navigate the complex intersection of innovation and societal impact. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop governance protocols, conduct bias audits, and pioneer transparent AI practices that build trust with users and regulators alike. Our Austin-based team operates at the cutting edge of responsible AI, offering unmatched opportunities to influence the future of technology.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement comprehensive AI ethics governance frameworks aligned with 2026 regulatory landscapes
- Lead cross-functional audits to identify and mitigate algorithmic biases in AI systems
- Develop transparent AI documentation protocols for model lifecycle management
- Advocate for ethical AI standards through industry partnerships and thought leadership
- Collaborate with engineering teams to embed privacy-by-design principles
- Establish impact assessment methodologies for high-stakes AI deployments
- Train stakeholders on responsible AI adoption and regulatory compliance
Qualifications
- Advanced degree in Computer Science, Ethics, Policy, or related field (PhD preferred)
- 5+ years in AI governance, ethics, or responsible tech leadership
- Expertise in global AI regulations (EU AI Act, NIST frameworks)
- Proven experience conducting algorithmic bias audits and mitigations
- Strong background in cross-functional stakeholder management
- Published work on AI ethics or governance (conference papers, journals)
- Technical proficiency in ML model interpretability tools (SHAP, LIME)
- Experience developing organizational AI ethics policies and training programs