About Ronan

 

Ronan O’Sullivan is Founder and Director of CompuStaff, the West of Ireland’s only specialist IT-recruitment consultancy. Drawing on 25 + years in talent acquisition, he began his career in national agencies before spotting an opening for a dedicated tech practice and launching CompuStaff in 2017

An advocate for skills growth across the region, Ronan represents CompuStaff on the West Regional Skills Forum, bringing real-time employer insight to government-led workforce initiatives for Galway, Mayo and Roscommon.(gov.ie) He also sits on the Next Level Skillnet steering committee, guiding industry-led upskilling programmes for emerging technologies in the Mid-West.(nextlevelskillnet.ie)

Ronan pairs this policy work with hands-on market development. In 2018, he brokered a strategic partnership with Collins McNicholas, extending CompuStaff’s reach while keeping its boutique, high-touch ethos. 

He also shares market insights through guest lectures, podcast appearances, and mentoring sessions at the University of Galway and regional networking events.

Academically, he holds a B.Comm. (HR & Marketing), a Higher Diploma in Systems Analysis & Programming, and an MBS—his master’s research on recruitment metrics still shapes his evidence-based hiring approach.

Approachable, data-driven and deeply networked, Ronan balances hard analytics with genuine career coaching—whether guiding graduates into their first software role or helping scale-ups or Multi-Natinals secure critical leadership talent.

 

Contact me:

(091) 393 551

ronan@compustaff.ie

 

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Posted: 29/07/2025

Senior Software Engineer

Back-End Engineer – Intelligence-Driven Cybersecurity Full-Time | Galway/ Hybrid | Competitive Salary + Benefits Are you passionate about solving complex problems in cybersecurity? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, high-trust environment where your work has a real impact? We’re looking for a Back-End Engineer to join our Intelligence Services team—a group of innovators dedicated to using cyber threat

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Posted: 29/07/2025

Microsoft 365 Engineer

Join a global leader in the health and wellness technology sector, dedicated to transforming lives through innovative products and cutting-edge digital solutions. With operations across multiple regions. As part of a forward-thinking IT team, you’ll help drive our digital workplace strategy, enhance productivity, and support secure, modern collaboration tools for our global workforce. As an experi

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Posted: 29/07/2025

Snr QA Analyst

Our client, a global leader in enterprise mobility management solutions, is seeking a Senior Quality Assurance Specialist to join their dynamic and innovative team in Galway. This is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies in a collaborative environment that values creativity, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. About the Role In this role, you’ll be a key contributor

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Posted: 29/07/2025

Senior QA Engineer

Exciting opportunity for a talented Senior QA Automation engineer to join this fast-growing technology startup developing an advanced AI-powered investigative and decision-intelligence platform. Join the core team in a hands-on role, helping to define and scale QA practices, allowing the delivery of reliable, high-quality software for critical national security and defense applications. What You'l

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Posted: 29/07/2025

Senior Windows Application Software Engineer

Senior Software Engineer – Windows Location: Hybrid in Galway, Ireland (2-3 days per week in-office) Type: Full-Time, Permanent Sector: Cybersecurity / Windows Application Development Are you ready to take full ownership of building secure, high-performance Windows applications in the cybersecurity space? We’re looking for a Senior Software Engineer – Windows to lead the end-to-end development lif

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I had the pleasure of working with Ronan during my recent transition to a new role as Engineering Director. Ronan is not just a recruiter but a true career advocate with an impressive knowledge of the local tech ecosystem. His expertise and deep connections within the industry were invaluable in navigating through opportunities.

- Eamonn Larkin, Director of Marketplace Engineering

I worked with a few recruitment companies during my recent job search and Ronan at Compustaff is hands down the best ! His in-depth knowledge of the IT market and companies in the west of Ireland along with his technical background make him the ideal recruitment partner for both candidates and businesses alike. He takes a real personal interest and offers great advice even for jobs that he is not representing. If you are looking for a new role or wanting to grow your team then I recommend you meet with Ronan for a coffee.

- Ronan Molloy, Team Leadership and Development

I had the pleasure of working with Ronan (Director @ Compustaff) over the last number of months in successfully securing a senior director role in the cybersecurity / network security space. Ronan possesses a unique ability to understand the company's culture, values, and specific hiring needs and made sure that the talent acquisition strategy matches those requirements. Throughout the process he went above and beyond the specific identification of talent, sourcing candidates who not only had the required skills and qualifications but also aligned with the organization's vision. He has exceptional attention to detail, patience and commitment providing thorough insights / updates throughout the lengthy process and ensured that I was prepared for each step along the critical path. I highly recommend Ronan to any organization seeking a dedicated, experienced, and personable recruiter who can help attract and secure top talent.

- David Maher, Global Director - Commercial Marketing

I have had the pleasure of working with Ronan O'Sullivan in my most recent job search. Ronan was actually recommended to me by a hiring director who's been using his services and only had good things to say. I've dealt with a lot of recruiters myself over the last 20+ years and I can easily say that Ronan easily stands out amongst the crowd. He's targeted, prompt, and follows through consistently. I would strongly advise anyone needing a recruiter to reach out to Ronan.

- Anthony Hobbs, Cloud, DevOps and SaaS Transformation and Delivery Leader