CARTERET COUNTY, N.C. — A software company is moving its headquarters to Carteret County.
Governor Cooper announced that 21st Century Software Technologies, Inc. Will invest $455,000 to move to Morehead City.
“North Carolina’s economy is moving from tobacco to technology and is now at the forefront of innovation,” That’s what Governor Cooper said. “Morehead City will welcome 21CS with a growing technology industry that will continue to drive employment, innovation and economic opportunity for generations to come.”
This move will create jobs here in Carteret County.
The company plans to employ 25 people and was founded in 1992. They are a leading software developer with offices in the US, Australia and Germany.
According to the release, they specialize in developing mainframe products that ensure data protection while maximizing performance. With the move, they will expand their development, marketing and technical support activities.
Governor Cooper also stated in the release that the company will create new jobs in engineering and software support.
“North Carolina and Eastern North Carolina in particular offer a unique combination of a business-friendly government, great local colleges, affordable living and an excellent quality of life,” says Eddy Ciliendo, CEO of 21CS.
Annual wages for the new jobs will average $87,920, which is higher than the Carteret County average of $41,149. According to Cooper, these new jobs could potentially create an annual wage impact of $2.2 million for the region.
Although wages vary by position, annual wages for new positions will average $87,920, which is higher than the Carteret County average of $41,149. These new jobs could potentially create an annual wage impact of $2.2 million for the region.
The software company was awarded a $25,000 performance-based grant from the One North Carolina Fund to support the move.
