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Software firm ETU to create 100 Irish and US jobs

Originally a spin out from Trinity College Dublin, ETU has doubled in size in the last 12 months
Originally a spin out from Trinity College Dublin, ETU has doubled in size in the last 12 months

Irish software company ETU said it plans to create 100 jobs in Ireland and the US over the next 14 months as it continues its expansion.

The new roles will be opened across all areas of the business, including multiple roles focused on next-generation sim technology that incorporates machine learning and AI.

Originally a spin out from Trinity College Dublin, the company has doubled in size in the last 12 months and said a 56% increase in use of tech-based simulations has fueled a surge in demand for its products.

A recent expansion of the company's customer base has included new partnerships with IBM and McKinsey, as well as expansion with existing clients like PwC, Pacific Gas & Electric and EY.

ETU recently crossed the notable threshold of one million simulation completions by its users worldwide.

The company's COO Dr Declan Dagger said that ETU is at the forefront of immersive technologies for rapidly upskilling global workforces.

"Our award-winning Learning Simulation Platform already supports the development of millions of employees across the globe. With this phase of expansion, we are adding further capabilities to empower our customers to be better prepared for the global skills shortage they face and maximize their return on talent," Dr Dagger said.

The company this week also announced a new structure for its executive team which includes Dr Declan Dagger as the company's chief operating officer, while Kevin Murray has been named its chief financial officer.

East Apthorp is ETU's chief marketing officer, while Austin Kenny is its chief revenue officer and Gordon Power is its chief technology officer.

Dr Conor Gaffney is the company's chief product officer, while Sowmya Sudhindranath has been appointed as its chief services officer and Sinead O'Sullivan is ETU's head of human resources.

Chief executive Michael Veale said that ETU is better positioned than ever to serve its growing list of clients.

"ETU's senior leaders will help guide our workforce as we enter our next level of success," he added.