A software giant has announced the creation of 30 graduate jobs, increasing its total workforce from 19 to 49 members.
Philips Healthcare Informatics, of Belfast, said the software company is expanding to take advantage of business in the US and Europe for its core products, including the hi-tech cardiovascular information system used by top hospitals.
The computerised device is currently used at St Thomas's Hospital and Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children in London where it manages clinical and administrative records for heart patients.
It has long been the market leader in the UK and Ireland, but the company, which is part of the Royal Philips Electronics Group, is now selling the product to international markets.
Northern Ireland trade minister Arlene Foster said: "The creation of these high-value specialist jobs shows that, even in an economic downturn, businesses that are focused on innovation and niche product development can continue to grow."
She added that ICT is a key growth sector for Northern Ireland and the availability of highly skilled IT professionals in the area has attracted high profile companies to reinvest, despite the recession.
