"I'm managing my expectations as I look for work. It seems like companies are tighter with headcount and more picky about who they want. There are definitely fewer positions. Companies are doing more with less. These agents are automating some tasks and are slowly improving at understanding concepts. The compensation is definitely lower. We're hearing across the industry that stock grants are lower than they used to be."
"You've got to check your ego. That might be the part people struggle with more than their technical ability. Once you get in, it's stack-ranked performance management. Your output is compared to your peers from day one. It's definitely tougher."
"I never got a low rating. In my conversations with folks, I was doing fine. That's why it's characterized as a layoff, not a performance thing. This is just a change in business direction."
A former Block senior engineer describes navigating job search challenges after unexpected layoffs. Companies are reducing headcount and becoming more selective in hiring, resulting in fewer available positions and lower compensation packages including reduced stock grants and bonuses. The job market demands engineers adopt a builder and experimenter mindset suited to the AI era. Success requires managing expectations, checking ego, and understanding that layoffs reflect business direction changes rather than performance issues. Stack-ranked performance management creates competitive workplace environments. The engineer emphasizes separating personal identity from employment as crucial for resilience during career transitions.
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