Computer giant Dell plans to create 50 jobs in Dublin as it establishes a new commerce services research and development centre in Ireland.
The new jobs will include positions for software engineers, technical programme managers and test engineers.
Dell said that the new R&D team in Dublin, working with Dell staff in other such centres, will deliver new services and functionality to its online platform.
Dell employs around 2,500 people across its operations in Limerick, Cork and Cherrywood in Dublin.
President of Dell Europe, Middle East and Africa Aongus Hegarty said that the new Commerce Services R&D Centre is central to the company's vision for the future.
"It will foster innovation and enhance the overall experience delivered to our customers", he said.
"Today’s launch of Dell’s new global Commerce Services R&D Centre in Cherrywood adds to Ireland’s reputation as a location for research and development facilities", commented Martin Shanahan, CEO of IDA Ireland.
He said the move again proves Ireland's ability to satisfy the needs of technology advance companies.
Welcoming the new investment, Minister for Jobs, Enterprise and Innovation Richard Bruton said the Government is increasingly trying to deepen the impact of investments from the likes of Dell, so that the country attracts higher value activities which bring more benefits to the local areas.
Meanwhile up to 57 jobs are under threat at the Collinson Group in the IDA Business Park in Navan Co Meath.
The company was formerly part of Europ Assistance.
The company provides assistance and claims services, medical support and advice and policy sales.
In a statement the company said: "We have begun a period of consultation with all employees affected during which time we will provide all with support and help.
"This will include details of the roles available across the group and an outplacement service to assist with CV preparation and job searches."
