Technology firm to create 250 jobs in Cork

A total of 250 jobs are being created by technology company VMWare in Cork, it was announced today.

Silicon Valley’s VMware is expanding operations in Ireland, where it already employs 550 workers at two sites in Ballincollig, Co Cork.

There was further good news on the jobs front earlier today, with Dublin firm Sixt Leasing Ireland announcing 25 jobs in Sandyford.

Jobs Minister Richard Bruton said: “Today’s announcement by VMware is great news for Cork and shows that we are on the right track.

“However, we must do more, and I have a plan for a series of measures across a range of sectors, including cloud computing, to hit ambitious targets and get people back to work.”

The global technology firm provides cloud computing and says it allows companies to cut costs, strengthen its security and go green.

Mr Bruton said it is estimated that cloud computing could create 8,600 jobs in Ireland by 2014.

VMware said the majority of the new jobs will be high-value customer support and sales specialists. Recruitment is already under way.

Ian Moore, VMware’s country manager, said: “The opening of the new office is a result of the dedication our existing Irish employees have already shown.

“The Cork region is well established as a focus for dynamic IT companies and the area is well-known for its strong heritage in supporting global technology brands.

“Developing our Cork operations means we have more scope for creating new jobs for enthusiastic and energetic people with a wide range of skill sets.”

With more than 10,000 employees globally, revenues of almost US$3bn (€2.17bn) and 250,000 customers, VMware is regarded as one of the world's leading technology companies.

It regards Ireland as “a vital international hub for the company as it drives the next wave of computing”.

Maurizio Carli, senior vice-president and general manager of Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA) at VMware, said the expansion reflects the company’s success.

“The pressure to cut costs and become more efficient is a top priority for business leaders and it’s fantastic that Irish operations and employees are helping to drive our success in EMEA,” he said.

“The availability of the required skill-sets and languages in Ireland, along with the strong work ethic and solutions-orientated approach of the campus, has proved to be invaluable for our business.”