Aer Lingus and Tech/Life Ireland join forces to fly top tech talent from London to attend inaugural 404 event

Three top tech professionals will win a VIP package to fly from London to attend 404 Dublin, a major new tech event taking place on 7th October.

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Thursday 21st September 2017

Aer Lingus and Tech/Life Ireland join forces to fly top tech talent from London to attend inaugural 404 event.

Three top tech professionals will win a VIP package to fly from London to attend 404 Dublin, a major new tech event taking place on 7th October.

The event organisers – in partnership with Aer Lingus and Tech/Life Ireland – are running a competition to bring top tech talent from the UK to Ireland for 404. The exclusive prize package includes return flights to Dublin, two nights’ accommodation, a tour of top tech HQs, and attendance at 404 as VIP guests.

Competition Details

The criteria for competition entrants are as follows:

They must have at least two years’ experience in tech roles;

They must be available to fly to Dublin from London on the morning of Friday, 6th October, returning on Sunday, 8th

To enter, tech professionals need to go to www.goo.gl/ChGThr and answer a question about the event.

Announcing details of the competition today, Jackie Slattery, co-founder of 404, said: “We’re acutely aware that Ireland’s tech scene is very much a ‘global village’ – it’s driven by people from right across the EU and further afield. So, we thought 404 presented the perfect opportunity to give talented techies a glimpse of just how exciting it is to work in Ireland.

“Tech professionals living in other parts of Europe can come to Dublin and witness first-hand the growth of the tech sector here, and the excellent opportunities that exist within it. At 404, they’ll get to network with their peers and leading employers, and they’ll also hear from international technology experts and get to try out the latest AR/VR and gaming technologies. We’ll have interactive tech performances and installations, a series of lightning talks and a great after-party, including a Javascript DJ, in the chapel of the Royal Hospital Kilmainham. No matter where you’re travelling from, this is an event not to be missed.”

Aer Lingus, Ireland’s only 4 Star airline, is a digital business that is rapidly expanding its talented development team and regularly recruit Java Developers, UI Developers, Middleware Developers, Business Analysts and Project Managers in addition to Test Leads and UX Designers.

“Aer Lingus generates almost 90% of our revenue through digital channels and we are now in a race to best serve our guest through whichever device works best for them – mobile, tablet or desktop. We’re constantly looking for the brightest minds to join us as we develop innovative digital products right here in Dublin!” said Dave O’Donovan, Director of Digital and Mobile, Aer Lingus.

Tech/Life Ireland is a joint Enterprise Ireland and IDA Ireland initiative - in partnership with the Irish tech industry. This international marketing initiative features a dedicated website, www.techlifeireland.com to promote the unequalled tech career opportunities in Ireland and attract critical emerging skills in areas like data, security and fintech. Through digital and social media Tech/Life Ireland showcases the unrivalled lifestyle, tech environment and job opportunities available in Ireland. Since its launch in 2016, over 300,000 techies have interacted with the site, content and social channels.

Karl Flannery, CEO of Storm Technology and Chairman of the Tech/Life Ireland Steering Group said “Tech/Life Ireland and 404 are natural partners – both of us are 100% focused on the very best tech talent at home and abroad. Much like our own site and content, 404 showcases the incredibly vibrant tech scene in Ireland – both within our employers and out of hours. We are excited to bring that story to tech talent in this uniquely vivid and experiential way – starting in Dublin and later, London.”

404 takes place at the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in Dublin on Saturday, 7th October 2017. The event will bring together over 1,000 technology professionals, 40 tech meet-up organisers, leading tech companies and award-winning game designers and technology experts. 404 is targeted specifically at experienced tech professionals.

Following on from the inaugural 404 Dublin event, the event’s next leg will take place in London in association with Tech/Life Ireland and leading tech employers in Ireland.

To enter, just to go to www.goo.gl/ChGThr and answer a question about 404.

Competition terms and conditions:

404, C/O Career Zoo Limited, is the promoter (the “Promoter”). The entrant shall be deemed to accept and to agree to abide by the following terms and conditions (“Terms and Conditions”) of the ‘Fly me to 404’ Competition (the “Competition”) and to also agree to the event’s Code of Conduct located on the event website, not just during the event but for the duration of their visit: https://www.404.ie/code-of-conduct Submission of an entry to the Competition (the “Entry”) constitutes acceptance of these Terms and Conditions by you (the “Entrant”). The Competition details are located on the Facebook page of 404: https://www.facebook.com/404events/ and entry is via Google Forms only: goo.gl/ChGThr Entry is open to residents of any country outside of Ireland. However, flights are only available from London Heathrow. Any expenses incurred by entrants to travel to London Heathrow airport will be paid in full by the entrant. The Promoter does not take any responsibility for the entrant while traveling to and from London Heathrow airport. Entrants must have at least two years’ experience working in the technology sector and be able to send a CV or LinkedIn profile and provide work references if requested by the Promoter. Entrants must be available to fly to Dublin on the morning of Friday 6th October - flight EI151 departing London Heathrow at 07.40 and arriving into Dublin at 09.00, and to return to London on Sunday 8th October - flight EI168 departs Dublin on Sunday 8th October at 14.30 arriving into to London Heathrow at 16.00. Each winner will be permitted to check in baggage up to 20kg but will not permitted to request any changes to the flights dates nor times. Entrants must attend the event from 10am until 5pm on Saturday 7th October, with the option to attend the event after-party until 7pm. Entrants to the Competition must be 18 years old or over. Entry is not open to employees of the Promoter, or their affiliate agencies, their families, agents and anyone else connected with the Competition. Multiple entries per person are not permitted and will be disqualified from entry. To enter, Entrants must answer the question correctly on the Google Form located at goo.gl/ChGThr The Competition will launch on the 21st of September 2017 and the closing date for receipt of entries is the 27th of September 2017 at 5pm. Any Entries received after this date will not be considered. The Promoter will accept no responsibility for late, lost or misdirected entries, howsoever caused or any technical errors in the transmission of the Application. The Promoter reserves the right to verify the validity of Entries and to, in its sole discretion, reject, or disqualify any Entrant who tampers with the Entry process or who submits an Entry that is not in accordance with these Terms and Conditions. Any attempt by any person to unfairly manipulate or influence the Competition will result in that Entry (and all subsequent Entries connected to that person) being disqualified. All Entries are the property of the Promoter. Entrants hereby assign to the Promoter any and all intellectual property rights in their Entries and waive all moral rights. Before submitting the Entry, all necessary consents as applicable and required to permit the Promoter to use the content submitted in the Entry in the context of the Competition and its publicity should be obtained by the Entrant. Any intellectual property owned by the Promoter remains the exclusive property of the Promoter and the Entrant acknowledges that they have no right or licence to use same other than for the purpose of entering the Competition. The promoter reserves the right in his/her reasonable discretion to disqualify any claimant, competitor or nominee whose conduct is contrary to the spirit of the rules or the intention of the promotion and to declare as void any or all of their claims or entries based on such conduct. Inappropriate conduct incudes but is not limited to profanity, expression of political opinions, anti social behaviour, harassment, illegal activity and offensive, inappropriate, or unwanted comments related to gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size or type, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, or age, or other protected categories under applicable law. The prize consists of:

• Return flights for one person on predetermined dates and times - see point 7 for details.

• Two nights’ accommodation, including breakfast, for one person.

• Transport to and from Dublin Airport to the hotel and to the event in Kilmainham.

• A cash stipend of €100 will be provided to each winner to cover subsistence costs.

• Lunch will be provided at the event on 7th October.

Please note:

• Transport will not be provided to and from London Heathrow airport.

Prize winners must arrange their own transport to and from London Heathrow airport.

• Transport mode in Dublin will be the Promoter’s choice.

• Flight times are fixed. Should the entrant wish to extend their stay beyond the

duration of the prize, they may do so at their own cost – no associated costs

will be covered by the promoter.

• The hotel will be the Promoter’s choice.

Travel must be taken on the dates and times given by the Promoters. Should the selected winners not be able to travel within the set time restrictions, the prize may be given to another entrant. Prize winners will be required to take part in promotional activity, including filming and a photoshoot, during their visit to Ireland. This will be used as part of further promotional material for 404. This material will feature on social media channels as well as PR activity. Prize winners will be required to give signed participant release forms prior to travel arrangements being made. All decisions made by the Promoter and Judges are final. No correspondence will be entered into by the Promoter. The winner will be emailed on Friday 29th September. An announcement about the winners will be made via a status update on the Facebook page once clamied by each winner. Where a prize is not claimed within 12 hours of the prize winner being notified the Promoter/ judges may choose an alternative winner. Prizes offered are as stated. No cash alternatives will be offered. The Promoter reserves the right to substitute any of the prizes mentioned for another prize of a similar value for any reason. The prize cannot be sold, auctioned or passed on by the winning entrant. The Promoter expressly reserves the right to amend or withdraw the Competition as well as these Terms & Conditions (including Entry or judging deadlines) in total or in part at any time in the event of any proven or suspected fraudulent misuse or manipulation of the online system used for the Competition or other significant technical, legal or other issues beyond the control of the Promoter. Notice of any such alterations will appear on the Promoter’s Facebook page. If for any reason this Competition is not capable of running as planned (including but not limited to infection by computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorised intervention, fraud, technical failures or any other causes beyond the control of the Promoter which corrupts or affect the administration security, fairness, integrity or proper conduct of this Competition). The Promoter is not responsible for any problems or technical malfunction of any telephone network or lines, computer online systems, servers, or providers, computer equipment, software, technical problems or traffic congestion on the Internet or at any web site, or any combination thereof, including (but not limited to) any injury or damage to Entrants’ or any other person’s computer, tablet, telephone or any other Internet-enabled device related to or resulting from participation in or downloading any materials in connection with or related to this Competition. Any costs associated with accessing the official competition is the Entrant’s responsibility and is dependent on the Internet service provider used and on the website functionality. The Promoter shall not be liable for any prize that has been lost, stolen, forged, damaged or tampered with in any way. Lost, stolen or misplaced prizes in the mail will not be replaced. The Promoter collects Entrants’ personal information in order to conduct the Competition. If the information requested is not provided, the Entrant may not participate in the Competition. Entrant’s personal data/ information will only be held for the purpose of selecting the winners and will not be used for any other purposes without their prior permission. The Promoter reserves the right to request winners to provide proof of age, identity, residency and work experience. Identification considered suitable for verification is at the discretion of the Promoter. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with, Facebook. Entrants understand that they are providing their information to the Promoter and not to Facebook. By participating in the Competition you hereby release Facebook from all claims, liabilities, losses or damages incurred by you in connection with the Competition. Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the promotion must be directed to the Promoter by email to hello@404.ie The Promoter or any affiliate company or agent do not accept any liability for any damage, loss or disappointment suffered by any person taking part or not being able to take part in the Competition nor any damage, loss or disappointment suffered in connection with this Competition or any aspect of the prizes including any use of them. The Promoter is not responsible, or liable to any third party, for the content or accuracy of any materials submitted or provided by an Entrant in connection with the Competition. The Promoter reserves the right to remove any material or posting made by an Entrant in connection with the Competition if, in our opinion, such material does not comply with these Terms and Conditions. The Competition appears on a “notice and take-down” basis. If you have any complaints or objections to material or content posted in relation to the Competition, or if you believe that material or content posted in relation to the Competition infringes any of your rights, please contact us immediately via email to hello@404.ie Any failure by the Promoter to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision and shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any other term or condition hereunder, or a subsequent breach of such term or condition. The Competition and these Terms and Conditions will be governed by Irish law and any dispute will be determined by the exclusive jurisdiction of the Irish Courts.