Hey all, I’m a software engineer and I have a CS degree with 3 years of experience. I got laid off in August 2023 and I’m still struggling to find a tech job, I’ve learned Data analyst and Data engineer as well so I can be flexible to any tech position, but unfortunately the market is horrible. I applied for more than 2k jobs in this past 2 years, but I got around 12 interviews from referrals and I could’ve tell that they already have someone in their mind. My question is should I just change my career and jump into something else other than Tech industry? Because there are layoffs everywhere right now and I believe that tech companies prefer AIs over Software Engineers 🥲

Hey all, was scanning a tech statistics site today and saw an absolutely startling statistic:
"So far in 2025, there have been 317 layoffs at tech companies with 75,463 people impacted.
In 2024, there were 1,115 layoffs with over 230,000 people impacted."

That's a lot of people, ranging from companies like Dell and Intel to Meta and Microsoft. So, despite this incredibly horrid news - very sorry for those affected - I wanted to give back to the community and drop a few good sources for those seeking tech jobs.

These resources are really helpful - I essentially take a big list of niche job boards separated by technology, so that you actually hear back from recruiters. LinkedIn is tough for the job search because either their posts are

• outdated
• spammed
• irrelevant.

Here is a list of niche job boards to help you talented engineers and computer scientists:

• Python.org/jobs - Apparently, there is a job board just for Python jobs, which was shocking to see as I never expected an open-source community to list jobs. I would overall rate this an A-, great resource, but I have never gotten an interview from this list.

• HappyTechies.com - This one focuses exclusively on Microsoft technology jobs, so if you worked in Azure, for example, you'd want to find a role at a company that uses this technology and needs an experienced professional. Overall, a great resource.

• Reactjobsboard.com - This one isn't community-driven and seems to just be a wrapper around a bigger database.

• datajobs.com - Whenever websites look like this, you can expect a lot higher-quality engagement and resources. This is great for jobs in data science from smaller companies.

• levels.fyi - I want to put this here, not because you can land jobs from it, but because you can see what salaries should look like depending on your role, company, location, and experience. Super valuable - bookmark this :)

Let me know if this list helped you at all! Any questions about these, please let me know :)

Jun 24, 2025

"Over the past eighteen months, more than 170,000 U.S. tech workers lost their jobs, with layoffs rising 35% in early 2025. Programming roles shrank by 27% between 2022 and 2024, while average tech salaries dropped over 12%.

Many displaced workers moved to smaller tech firms, finance, consulting, healthcare, or logistics, while others pursued freelancing, entrepreneurship, or public sector roles, especially cybersecurity. Reskilling in AI and advanced tech skills has surged.

However, entry-level hiring declined sharply, creating a divide between established professionals and newcomers. This situation demands stronger reskilling, hiring incentives, and labor mobility support across industries."

https://www.fastcompany.com/91306126/tech-layoffs-update-march-2025-block-hellofresh-tiktok-wayfair-hpe-cut-jobs

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When is this going to end? (Block is Jack Dorsey's company.)

Microsoft laid off another 6000+ employees. Do you think we'll be affected again? Also, are you still optimistic about the tech trend, especially when a big tech company lays off people?

https://www.timesnownews.com/technology-science/tech-layoffs-2025-over-5600-jobs-lost-so-far-as-microsoft-meta-and-others-cut-staff-article-117818410

While news headlines are talking up “AI Driven” layoffs; the reasons are more basic :

* Purge and cutback after the hiring binge a few years ago

* Geopolitical factors - Administration in the US, Trade Wars and uncertainty over global economic outlook

* Stock market taking a beating. Companies are under pressure from investors to increase profits. Leaders under pressure to show bottomline cutbacks when topline is not growing

* Discretionary spending cuts - IT projects on ice

* DOGE in America

Personal opinion but with the recent progress in AI, 2025 is going to be the year of strict IT budget cuts.

A lot of contracts are going to be signed/have already been signed with external AI service providers who are going to work to learn the systems with the remaining survivors post the layoffs. Then it’s an experimentation game for the technology but layoffs regardless.

from what I’m seeing on blind, it seems like there’s gonna be an aggressive round in q1.

the big profitable company I work for is raising their annual layoff quota by 2x what it normally is.

Amazon is also doing their big round too, they typically are a leader in layoff practice so other companies will do the same.

be prepared everyone. I think 2026 is going to be one of the worst years yet for layoffs.

After speaking with friends at Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon across London, Bangalore, and Seattle, here are the hard truths about the current job market:

1. Job security in Big Tech is a thing of the past. The days when working for top tech companies meant long-term stability are over.

2. AI is reshaping the workforce. Automation and AI-driven tools are boosting efficiency across organizations, making several roles redundant.

3. Mid-career professionals face the biggest challenge. People in their late 30s and early 40s are at a crossroads, too senior for entry-level jobs but not yet in executive roles, leaving them particularly vulnerable.

4. The layoffs have just begun. Companies are not only letting people go but also permanently eliminating roles, with no plans to rehire.

5. Amazon’s workforce reductions are more aggressive. While the company used to trim around around 7-8% of employees annually due to performance reviews, that number has now surged into double digits.

6. Companies are prioritizing cost-cutting over compassion. Layoffs are being carried out with ruthless efficiency, with little regard for employee well-being.

7. India's job market is relatively more stable. While global tech hubs like London, the Bay Area, and Dubai are seeing severe slowdowns, India’s employment landscape remains slightly more resilient.

Feel free to add if you find something new.

Is the Tech Job Market Better in 2025 than in 2024? Just curious
I am Software Engineer unemployed in Jan 2024.
Got a job luckily in 3 months, working and then my new Job Contract may expire in August 2025.

I do primarily Java / ReactJs (Full Stack)

https://www.financialexpress.com/life/technology-tech-layoffs-microsoft-cuts-15000-jobs-in-2025-pushes-remaining-staff-to-embrace-ai-3911172/

Well our honorable JP said job market isn't too bad, so no major cut in 2025. Which means, we won't see any recovery in 2025. What do you think?
Apparently, Mr. JP doesn't look at the actual job market.

• Jan: 50,000

• Feb: 170,000

• Mar: 275,000

• Apr: 105,000

It sounds like a lot..

https://www.challengergray.com/blog/april-2025-job-cuts-plunge-but-doge-drives-2025-layoffs-to-pandemic-era-highs/