Salary Survey
for IT, Data, and Business Change in Dublin, Ireland
IT Salary Survey Guide 2024
Updated with the latest sector insights and salary data, reflecting current trends, market dynamics, and competitive pay rates.
Salary Survey September 2024 for IT, Data, and Business Change in Ireland
The Irish IT market entered 2024 with a renewed sense of optimism, building upon a year of steady recovery and adaptation to global economic shifts. Despite previous challenges such as inflation and geopolitical tensions, the sector has demonstrated resilience and is poised for significant growth driven by innovation and increased investment.
Venture Capital and Startup Ecosystem: The venture capital landscape has experienced a robust resurgence, with increased funding flowing into tech startups across Ireland. This renewed investor confidence is fueling innovation and entrepreneurship, leading to the emergence of groundbreaking technologies and creating abundant hiring opportunities within the startup ecosystem.
Industry-Specific Developments: Demand for IT professionals remains strong, particularly in areas like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data analytics. Roles such as Data Scientists, Software Engineers, and DevOps Engineers are increasingly pivotal as businesses across various industries accelerate their digital transformation efforts to enhance efficiency and competitiveness in a rapidly evolving market.
Talent Acquisition and Retention: The competitive landscape for top IT talent has intensified, prompting companies to refine their recruitment and retention strategies. Organisations are offering more attractive and comprehensive compensation packages, including flexible working arrangements and professional development opportunities, to attract and retain skilled professionals in a tight labor market.
IT Leadership and Recruitment Outlook: There is a noticeable uptick in movement within IT leadership positions as companies seek visionary leaders to drive strategic initiatives and navigate the complexities of digital innovation. This trend presents promising opportunities for experienced professionals to step into roles that shape the future of technology within organisations.
Future Prospects: The outlook for 2024 is decidedly positive, with expectations of sustained growth and increased hiring activities across the IT sector. Investments in emerging technologies such as blockchain, Internet of Things (IoT), and quantum computing are anticipated to create new avenues for development and employment, reinforcing Ireland’s position as a leading tech hub.
Market Adaptability: The Irish IT market continues to showcase remarkable adaptability, embracing flexible and scalable solutions to meet evolving business needs. There is a heightened focus on building resilient IT infrastructures capable of supporting remote and hybrid work models, ensuring business continuity, and delivering seamless user experiences.
In summary, 2024 promises to be a year of dynamic growth and opportunity for the Irish IT market, characterised by increased investment, innovation, and a strong demand for talented and adaptable IT professionals. The sector’s resilience and forward-thinking approach position it well to capitalise on emerging trends and contribute significantly to the broader economy.
How do we get this information?
Archer Recruitment is a specialist IT Recruitment Agency in Dublin, Ireland.
We compile this salary survey from 20,000 people in IT, Data, and Business Change. We also look at the salaries offered by 150 companies and government organisations across Ireland.
We consider trends in the US, which have a significant impact on IT Jobs and Employment in Ireland. We also consider local information and statistics from the ERSI.