June at Fruition Group Ireland: Talent, Tech, & Team Highlights

June has been full of energy, insights, and exciting updates here at Fruition Group. From growing our team to sharing fresh thinking on talent, technology, and innovation, here’s a look at what we’ve been working on.

The Latest in the Irish Tech Hiring Market

Peter Kirby shares what’s shifting in the Irish tech hiring market, especially around AI and machine learning:

• Companies are investing in people with data-driven mindsets
• Chatbots and AI tools may simplify dev work, but demand for real-world AI and ML skills is only growing

Watch the clip to hear more: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7335991467401748481/ 

Plugged In: Reinventing RVs with Engineering Precision  

In our latest Plugged In episode, we sat down with Robert Ratz, Director of Electrical Engineering at Pebble, sharing how his passion for engineering has powered some of the most innovative electric vehicle and energy storage projects of the last decade. 

We covered: 

• The rise of Pebble’s self-propelling, electric RV
• Engineering for autonomy, comfort, and compliance
• Why passion, process, and pragmatism are crucial for fast-moving engineering teams
• The biggest challenges facing the RV industry 
• How automotive-grade standards are shaping recreational vehicles 

Watch the full episode here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoJSfEH4370 

Welcome to the Team

We’ve welcomed a great new addition to Fruition Group’s Ireland team: 

• Johanna Stripple – Talent Acquisition, Ireland

We’re thrilled to have her on board and can’t wait to see the impact she’ll make. 

Meet her here: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7337803217155604480/ 

Momentum Matters: June Market Snapshot

In this month’s Momentum Matters newsletter, we looked at what’s shaping hiring trends in Ireland, from the most in-demand skills to the rise of hybrid models and AI’s growing influence on the hiring process. We also shared updated salary benchmarks across key roles like Project Managers and Business Analysts.

Explore them here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/june-market-snapshot-acceleration-caution-fruitiongroupire-rb79e/?trackingId=Lu5Bze4VkBCNmWISU3iZaw%3D%3D 

Interview Tips Every Candidate Should Know

We believe that preparation goes a long way, so we’ve put together a guide of our go-to advice for candidates. From what to research and ask, to how to structure your answers and make a lasting impression, these are the tips that help candidates stand out. 

Take a look: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7341057282857705475/ 

Behind the Scenes: How We Support Our Clients

Martin Jones and Holly Thompson shared how we support our clients at every stage of the process, including providing assurance and validation, scaling teams quickly, and ensuring things are done securely and in line with best practice.

Watch the clip: https://youtu.be/lmr9tZva8VA?si=UzK2WBgcDJl2T1mm 

DevOps Trends to Watch

Joe Cox breaks down what’s happening in DevOps hiring, particularly how there’s more about control and less about growth. From tighter security requirements and cost optimisation to leaner teams, businesses are shifting to smarter delivery. 

Hear his take: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7342886311659225088/ 

Wrapping Up June

It’s been a full and productive month, and we’re already looking ahead to what’s coming next. Stay tuned for more updates, insights, and stories in July.