Applications for the new roles, which include data scientists, software engineers and managers are open.
Sony Interactive Entertainment (SIE) is opening a Dublin office with plans to hire 100 new employees. This comes just a year after the company laid off 900 people from its global workforce, leading to its London studio being shut down completely.
The new Dublin team will focus on research and development in projects that optimise digital operations, customer and employee servicing, as well as external operations through technology, digital tools and data, the video game company said.
Applications for new roles, which include data scientists, software engineers and managers, are already open.
SIE, the company behind the PlayStation brand of video game consoles, is a subsidiary of Sony. Its Dublin office is established with support from IDA Ireland.
“Establishing a presence in Dublin allows Sony Interactive Entertainment access to top-tier talent in digital innovation and technologies, in a region I know full well is ready to support our innovative approach to interactive entertainment,” said Paul Walsh, SVP, the head of digital technology, engineering, IT and operations at SIE.
“We’re excited to contribute to Dublin’s vibrant economy and looking forward to bringing onboard bright minds at all career levels. Through IDA Ireland, we’re seeing first-hand how the Irish business community is nurtured at all levels, creating an environment that we’ll be proud to play our part in supporting.”
Ireland’s video game industry is growing rapidly. The Gaming in Ireland 2024 report by advertising agency TBWA revealed that the industry generated €465m in 2023, with revenues poised to reach €813m by 2027.
Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment Peter Burke, TD said: “This significant investment by Sony Interactive Entertainment highlights Ireland’s commitment to advancing our vibrant tech ecosystem and providing opportunities for top tier talent.”
While the IDA Ireland’s CEO Micheal Lohan said that the PlayStation maker’s decision to expand in Dublin and hire 100 software engineers underscores the country’s reputation as an innovation hub.
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