Amazon Adds 1,000 New Jobs to Irish Workforce
Amazon just dropped a bombshell in Ireland—adding 1,000 permanent positions over the next two years. That’s a big bump to the company’s Irish roster, which will swell to 5,000 full‑time employees across Cork and Dublin.
Where These Jobs Will Pop Up
- Cork office
- Dublin sites in Blanchardstown, Tallaght, the city centre, and north County Dublin
Job Variety—More than a Tell‑Tale Drive
The roles cover the entire spectrum of tech wizardry: software, network, systems, optical, database and DevOps engineers; support specialists; data‑center techs; mechanical & electrical engineers; solutions architects; security pros; big‑data gurus; program managers (yes, both technical and non‑technical); and account managers. There are also senior leadership and technical management spots within Amazon and AWS.
New Campus & Clean Energy Investments
Amazon is pouring cash into a brand‑new 170,000‑square‑foot campus at Charlemont Square, slated to open in 2022. It will host AWS’s burgeoning cloud staff.
Meanwhile, the Esk Wind Farm in County Cork, coming online in September 2020, marks Amazon’s first renewable project outside the US. It delivers clean power to Ireland’s grid and moves the company closer to its goal of 100 % renewable energy for global operations by 2025—and, ultimately, net‑zero carbon by 2040.
What the Leaders Are Saying
Mike Beary, AWS Ireland Country Manager explained: “We’ve been investing in Ireland for over 15 years, and this jump in skilled hires reaffirms that commitment. Cloud demand is booming—locally and worldwide—so we’re thrilled to keep our customers innovating, especially during tough times, and to strengthen Ireland’s digital future.”
An Taoiseach Micheál Martin added, “AWS has been a key driver in Ireland’s tech scene, creating jobs across the country. This latest move is a solid step forward in rebuilding our post‑COVID society, returning people to work and building sustainable careers.”
The Bottom Line
Amazon’s expansion isn’t just about bigger numbers; it’s a vote of confidence in Irish talent, a boost to the economy, and a deepening of the country’s reputation as a tech powerhouse.
