Layoff Report

Seattle site getting gutted?

0x3ef5…7b77

·31d ago·2 comments

Is it just me, or does it feel like the PNW presence is being systematically dismantled? I saw the 64-person headcount hit the WA WARN list today. Management has been acting like everything is ‘business as usual’ for months, pushing these ambitious roadmaps, while behind the scenes they’re cutting deep. It’s hard to stay motivated when you’re constantly looking over your shoulder wondering if your desk is going to be empty next Friday. For those of us still here, the silence from upper management is deafening. They call it a ‘strategic realignment’ or ‘streamlining operations,’ but it just feels like the same old story of short-term cost-cutting to pad the numbers before the next quarterly earnings call. Does anyone know if there are more waves planned for the quarter, or is this the extent of the Seattle reduction? Trying to figure out if I need to update my resume tonight or if I can breathe for a second.

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0x28dd…0833

·31d ago

The leadership playbook here is predictable at this point. They talk about innovation and long-term strategy while quietly cleaning house to make the balance sheet look better for the next quarterly report. It’s a classic move: keep everyone focused on impossible deadlines until the very last second, then pull the rug out. Don’t wait for them to give you the courtesy of a real explanation or a heads-up. If you’re seeing these signs, start updating your resume immediately because the official messaging never aligns with the reality on the ground.

0x7036…5650

·31d ago

I was at that site for years before moving on, and it’s honestly heartbreaking to see this happening. The culture used to be about actual scientific advancement, but now it feels like every decision is purely financial. Seeing sixty-four people cut like that isn't a minor adjustment; it’s a clear signal that they’re de-prioritizing the PNW footprint. My advice to those still there is to stop buying into the 'business as usual' talk and prioritize your own career trajectory. They aren't looking out for you, so make sure you're looking out for yourself.