Software engineer tops list for graduate jobs in Ireland

The top three jobs for graduates are completed by audit associate in second place and quality control analyst in third spot

Demand for software engineers in Ireland outstrips supply, with a steady flow of talent coming into the country from places such as India, the UK, Brazil, Turkey and the Netherlands.

The role of a software engineer is the top job for new graduates in Ireland, showing the strong demand for highly skilled workers across the tech industry, new data published by LinkedIn reveals.

The professional social networking site said this reflects a broader trend, with previous research showing demand for software engineers in Ireland outstrips supply, leading to a steady flow of talent coming into the country from places such as India, the UK, Brazil, Turkey and the Netherlands.