Quest adds Cork AI Architecture centre 

Quest Software International, City Gate Park, Mahon, Cork.

Software company Quest opened its new Centre for Advanced AI Architecture in Cork this week.

The California-headquartered company said it plans to collaborate with Irish universities to develop courses, training programs, and skills development opportunities focused on AI and cybersecurity for people interested in technology careers.

The opening at the company's facility in Mahon is supported by the Irish Government through IDA Ireland. Teams in Cork will work across AI engineering, data science, cybersecurity, and software development.

Quest pointed to Ireland's strong education background for its decision to expand AI operations here producing nearly 1,500 AI-related Masters graduates each year and has nearly doubled its PhD output in AI fields since 2019. Ireland was also the first country to develop an industry-driven nationwide Postgraduate Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence. 

"This investment strengthens our growth and supports the work we are doing to advance our products for the AI era and help us deliver AI that customers can trust," Tim Page, CEO at Quest Software said.

"By investing in technology and talent, and partnering with local universities and research institutions, we can help develop the next generation of AI and cybersecurity professionals."

Michael McGrath, European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection, said they recognise the urgent need to expand Europe’s pool of AI expertise. "Today’s announcement aligns perfectly with that ambition. It strengthens Europe’s innovation capacity and is a strong endorsement of Cork and the wider Southwest region. It demonstrates the role Cork plays as a dynamic contributor to Europe’s digital future, and its importance for companies like Quest as they scale their European presence.”