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1w ago · Jul 18, 2026
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AI Layoff Impact Summary
AI-poweredGoogle announced layoffs 1w ago (Jul 18, 2026). WARN filings indicate 16 active notices. Low risk — company appears stable.
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Layoffs confirmed July 18th - Business Unit
Just got the official notification today, July 18th. Around ? employees impacted across the Global Business Unit. It's happening again. Received the standard HR email, which was pretty impersonal. The severance package seems okay, but it's the uncertainty and the feeling of being disposable that really gets you. I've been in this role for 4 years and genuinely thought I was safe. Now I'm starting the job search all over again. Feels like Groundhog Day. Anyone else in the GBU impacted? How are people feeling? It's a tough pill to swallow, especially after the last round. Just needed to vent and connect with others going through this.
Anyone else feeling the pressure in Cloud?
Hearing rumblings about more cuts in the Cloud division. Seems like things are still unstable over there. Is it just us, or are others seeing similar trends? Been here a few years, and the vibe has definitely shifted. There's talk about reorganizations and 'efficiency drives,' which usually means headcount reduction. Just hoping my team isn't on the chopping block again. Anyone in Cloud got any direct intel or seeing anything concrete? Trying to get a sense of the broader impact. It's hard to stay focused when you're constantly worried about the next announcement.
Anyone want to share their experience with the outplacement services?
Got laid off last week from a pretty specialized hardware role (been here 8 years). The HR rep mentioned we get access to some outplacement service – resume help, interview coaching, LinkedIn profile review, etc. Has anyone used these services before from Google? Are they actually useful, or just a generic package that doesn't really cater to tech roles? I'm trying to get back out there ASAP but honestly, it's been a while since I've seriously job hunted. Any advice on how to make the most of whatever they offer would be super helpful. Did you find the coaches knowledgeable about the current market? Any success stories?
Anyone else noticing weird hiring freezes despite no official announcement?
Hey everyone, been at Google for about 5 years now in a backend engineering role. Lately, it feels like my team's hiring plan for Q3 has just... evaporated. We were supposed to bring on a couple of junior engineers, but suddenly there's 'no budget' and 'headcount freezes' being whispered around, even though we haven't had any official layoff announcements for my org. It's this weird, quiet tension. Anyone else in similar situations? Are other teams seeing the same thing? Trying to figure out if this is a widespread quiet layoff tactic or just my specific division being weird. Feels like the calm before a storm, and frankly, it's more stressful than knowing what's happening.
Was your bonus affected by the layoffs?
So, the recent news about the layoffs is obviously bad, but I'm also starting to think about the downstream effects. For those who stayed, did you notice any changes to your performance review cycle or, more importantly, your bonus payout this year? I've been at Google for [X] years, and my team in [redacted product area] didn't have any layoffs directly, but the overall mood is just… off. Rumors are flying about budget freezes and 'cost optimization' affecting everyone, including comp. Has anyone received their bonus and noticed a difference compared to previous years, maybe tied to the company's recent performance or the headcount reduction messaging? Trying to get a sense if we're all in for a rougher comp cycle.
Did anyone see the trickle-down effect impacting non-tech roles?
Hearing a lot about the engineering side getting hit, which is expected. But has anyone on the HR, recruiting, marketing, or legal teams felt the pinch from the recent cuts? My team in [redacted department, e.g., Legal Operations] has been eerily quiet, and I'm wondering if more people were let go in non-engineering functions than we're hearing about. It feels like the ripple effect is starting, and honestly, it's making everyone super anxious. We were told 'essential functions' were safe, but 'essential' seems to be a moving target lately. Anyone else in a support function seeing shifts or hearing whispers?
Heard the layoffs hit Search pretty hard today...
Just heard through the grapevine that Search got hit pretty badly today. A bunch of people on my team knew folks directly affected. Seems like they were targeting more senior roles this time around - directors and tech leads. I'm in Cloud, so technically safe (for now?), but it's still unsettling to see so many talented people getting the boot. Anyone else have more details or insights into which teams were most impacted? I'm hearing rumors about restructuring, but nothing concrete. Wishing everyone the best who was affected. This sucks.
Is it time to update the resume...again?
Seriously, anyone else preemptively dusting off their resume *again* after that Chronicle article? Third time in, what, two years? I'm a Senior SWE in Ads, been here for 7 years, and honestly, the constant uncertainty is starting to wear me down. It's not even about the money anymore, it's the stress of not knowing if you'll have a job next quarter. I'm starting to wonder if it's worth sticking around, even if the pay is good. Considering starting to look at startups, even with the lower pay, for a bit more stability. Anyone else in the same boat? Any tips for updating a resume after being at Google for so long? It feels like a lifetime since I last interviewed.
Rant: Tired of the constant anxiety... just rip the band-aid off already!
Seriously, the uncertainty is killing me. Every day I come to work wondering if today is the day I get the dreaded calendar invite. The rumors are swirling, the whispers are getting louder, and the constant fear is impacting my productivity. It's impossible to focus when you're constantly bracing for the worst. If they're planning layoffs, just announce it already! I'd rather know my fate and start planning my next move than live in this perpetual state of anxiety. This constant "will they/won't they" is worse than actually losing my job. It's cruel to employees and bad for morale. Just be transparent and get it over with!
Severance package question: RSUs and vesting after layoff?
I'm trying to understand how stock options (RSUs) work in the event of a layoff. If you get laid off, do you still get the RSUs that were supposed to vest in the next few months? Or do you lose everything that hasn't already vested? I know the severance package includes some level of pay, but I'm more worried about the long-term financial impact of losing unvested stock. Has anyone been through this and can share their experience? Or point me to a resource that explains the details of the severance agreement and how it affects vesting schedules? Trying to plan ahead, just in case...
Anyone else feeling the squeeze? Things are getting weirdly quiet...
I've been at Google for 7 years, in a pretty secure role (or so I thought) on the Maps team. Lately, things have been...off. My manager, who's usually all over us, has been MIA. Projects are getting quietly shelved. Headcount isn't being replaced when people leave. It's like they're trying to shrink the org without actually announcing anything. Is anyone else experiencing this? I'm starting to get seriously paranoid about a potential layoff wave. I know the economy isn't great, but I always thought we were relatively safe here. I'm dusting off my resume, just in case. Anyone else?
Just got the email... after 10 years!
Well, it happened. After a decade with the company, I'm part of the latest 'restructuring.' I'm still processing everything. I was in the Cloud division, a senior engineer. Honestly, I'm just angry and sad. Ten years. All the late nights, the projects I poured my heart into...gone. The VP gave the usual corporate spiel about 'strategic realignment' and 'difficult decisions,' but it rings hollow. What really stings is seeing some of the newer hires, the ones who barely know the codebase, still around. I guess loyalty doesn't count for much anymore. Time to dust off the resume and see what's out there. Wish me luck.
Severance Package Q - Negotiating More?
Hypothetically speaking, if Google *were* to offer a severance package, is there any wiggle room to negotiate for more? I'm talking beyond the standard package. I've heard rumors of people getting a few extra months of pay or extended benefits by pushing back or highlighting specific contributions. Anyone have experience with this, or know of any resources to consult beforehand? Let's just say I want to be prepared, if it ever happens.
Anyone else feeling the pre-layoff jitters?
I've been at Google for 7 years, in Ads, and lately things just feel...off. My manager keeps saying everything is fine, but there's been a noticeable slowdown in projects and a lot more 'strategic planning' meetings. Remember how quiet things got before the last round? This feels similar. I'm not sure if it's just my anxiety kicking in, but I've started quietly updating my resume and networking just in case. Am I crazy, or is anyone else sensing something?
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