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Anyone would care to chime in with a prediction about potential Amazon.com layoffs? Any chatter, news or rumors?

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According to the document received by CNBC-TV18.com, Amazon employees received a mail on November 16 offering them the opportunity to opt out of the Voluntary Separation Policy. Employees must submit their application forms via smart forms between... — read more 

Apparently, Amazon is asking a bunch of Indian employees to resign voluntarily. If there are not enough volunteers, there'll be more cuts there. Imagine how bad the situation must be if Amazon is starting to lay off some of the cheapest employees we... — read more 

Was anyone given an explanation as to how they went about laying people off? Seniority based or performance?

The flurry of high-profile tech layoffs in recent months belies the fact that the unemployment rate for tech workers is around 2.3%. What those companies got wrong — their hiring strategy. If anyone is interested, here is the article:... — read more 

This is a sweatshop. They expect me to give my best. Earlier on, I might have felt some pangs of conscience if I was doing a sloppy job, but now I don't regret it in the least. In fact, I am more dedicated to looking for a new job than putting... — read more 

I am leaving soon, but I would really like to hear that the totally unfair practice of hiring employees only to get rid of them soon after will stop soon. The management must have been aware of the global situation and the rise in inflation... — read more 

what percent got laid off? news is referencing 60% layoff

I work at an Amazon Warehouse and I wish they would lay me off then I can have more time to find a better job. I'm tired of worko g for this slave driven company they do not care about their employees

Remember these on your next interview at Amazon in two years: Customer Obsession - layoff employees so that customers will have to hire expensive new employees to do Amazon's work Ownership - overhire then layoff, then BLAME "macro economy" Invent... — read more 

No matter how much we think these cuts are unfair or unethical, the result of their greed, or an effort to replace us with a more efficient workforce, is that everyone will eventually have to accept that we are just a number in every corporation... — read more 

Until recently, getting a tech job at one of the FAANG companies was the dream of the majority of software engineers and tech folks in general. With the latest layoffs and the announcement of more to come, I doubt that'll still be true. Knowing that... — read more 

The way this whole thing has been handled has been atrocious. I worked in a different industry for 15 years prior to working here and we never handled downsizing in such a poor manner. How do you tell your workforce that you are laying them off via... — read more 

https://www.cnbc.com/2022/11/17/amazon-ceo-andy-jassy-says-layoffs-will-continue-into-next-year.html

Recently started at Amazon in finance within the last few months. I’m guessing that I’m bound to be laid off? I’m sure they will run a report on seniority and get rid of all of the people who have barely started here?

Going forward, Amazon will not have the same growth as they enjoyed so far. I totally agree. Amazon's growth is looking particularly meager. Some might disagree, but I think it's best to run from here asap.

I'm reading this blog post again [ https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/company-news/a-team-update-from-dave-limp ] and I don't know if I'm more sad or frustrated when I see claims that they will *continue to work closely with each individual to provide... — read more 

If I got this right, impacted employees receive 60 days on payroll. During that time, they are given an opportunity to find other employment at Amazon. If they fail to do so, they get 2 weeks per year. If they succeed, they get nothing (logical)... — read more 

any knowledge of any principal product managers in Alexa getting laid off? wonder how far they went with cuts in the devices.

Laying myself off from Amazon… Yesterday, I resigned from Amazon. My final day is next week, right before Thanksgiving. I realize the timing of this is quite coincidental— as this week Amazon began layoffs. My team was not affected by these... — read more 

Thanksgiving is next week and Christmas is very close... I absolutely do not understand laying off employees right before the holidays, that is, in a period when the demand for labor should be higher than usual... Can someone explain that to me? I... — read more 

Well, it appears many of the shifts we are seeing are so far in Devices. In checking LinkedIn, many colleagues in Alexa and other associated device groups are being let go sadly. It is understandable though, as devices are a loss leader as well as... — read more 

Let's see how well those robots work...

I have to ask, what do you consider is or would be a fair severance package during layoffs? One month's salary per year of service? Two to three weeks' salary per year of service? Do you think health insurance should be included for a month or... — read more 

Why do we have to take the brunt of it?

Recruiters are still doing their jobs and extending job offers to potential employees. If a true hiring freeze was implemented, this would not be happening. What we have is a damage control measure. Announce a hiring freeze to minimize backlash when... — read more 

Layoffs should target upper management instead. They f'd up on hiring and retention strategy, excessive re-orgs. BS over-the-top All Hands meetings, then be secretive about layoffs and put talented Engineers in peril. Build Trust LP BS. Worthless RSU... — read more 

Hello everyone. Based on my conversation with my manager, it appears that certain organizations (particularly in AWS) will not be involved in this fiasco and will instead recruit people who are laid off. Many AWS groups are looking for resources so... — read more 

See this article on layoffs https://www.bizjournals.com/sanfrancisco/news/2022/11/15/amazon-laying-of-263-workers-in-sunnyvale.html

The constant worry about PIP has started to affect my health, and now that the layoffs have been confirmed, the stress level is astronomical. Does anyone know if the number of 10K that the company will get rid of includes those who do not survive... — read more 

Hi fellow Amazonian. I don't know your situation or what team you're on but here are a few things to keep in mind: Layoffs are focused on areas of high investment and low profitability. Unless your work falls into that category, you likely won't... — read more 

I was looking to apply for a Professional Services Team at AWS and notified by a friend that AWS is freezing all the req. I was wondering what caused that. I thought AWS is doing really well?

Anyone to confirm?

This is not between you and other people on your team. This round will see whole teams wiped out. I see people fighting amongst each other about who is more deserving to stay when there is no need for it. This is not about people but projects and... — read more 

With many companies laying off and cutting as soon as they announce, this clearly means the economy is heading towards a deep recession (especially due to the accumulated debt of USA). Listen to "Nouriel Roubini". Save every penny you have cause you... — read more 

what levels will this impact? Will Principal Product Manager L7 get laid off? Wondering about this since I just got an interview for this.