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Why are we still hiring if things are this quiet?

0x7f73…4468

·22d ago·2 comments

I’m genuinely confused. There’s all this chatter internally about cutting costs and streamlining our storage divisions, yet I see new job postings going up for roles that don’t seem mission-critical at all. It feels like a total disconnect. I’ve heard rumors of a 'reorganization' being floated for the fall, but until anything official lands, it’s just pure anxiety for the rest of us. My manager is acting super guarded, and the 1:1s have become incredibly short lately. I’ve been looking at the company’s recent performance markers and, honestly, the numbers don't look great compared to the competition. We’re losing focus. If they’re planning a layoff, I really hope they just rip the band-aid off instead of this slow, painful trickle of 'performance-based' departures. The transparency level is at an all-time low, and frankly, I’m tired of playing the guessing game while trying to actually hit my sprint targets. Is there any truth to the internal rumors, or is the paranoia just getting to me at this point?

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0x532e…653d

·22d ago

The hiring while simultaneously pushing cost-cutting measures is a classic sign of internal misalignment. It’s infuriating when leadership plays these games while those of us in the trenches are left dealing with the fallout. If your manager is being tight-lipped, that’s usually the biggest red flag that they know exactly what’s coming down the pipe and are just waiting for the official announcement. Start polishing your resume now; it’s better to have a jump on the market before the company tries to spin the next round of restructuring as a strategic pivot. Don't wait for them to give you a reason to leave.

0x532e…653d

·22d ago

I've been at SanDisk long enough to recognize this pattern. Every time they start talking about 'streamlining' or 'synergy,' layoffs are right around the corner. They post those new roles to keep up appearances and prevent a mass exodus of talent they actually want to keep, but it's all optics. The disconnect between upper management and the floor has never been wider. If you're already feeling the anxiety, listen to your gut and start quietly networking elsewhere. It’s just business, and you need to prioritize your own stability over whatever vague mission statement they're pushing this quarter.