tech
February 16, 2026
He was laid off after 11 years at a famous company
Amazon was part of my daily life for 11 and a half years - and then it suddenly disappeared, says Hemant Virmani.
TL;DR
- A senior software development manager was laid off from Amazon after 11.5 years.
- The layoff was unexpected and received via email in October 2025.
- The author found inspiration in his daughter's resilient approach to difficult situations.
- He is now focusing on developing AI skills and applying for engineering leadership positions.
- The experience has led to a shift in focus from company size to the nature of the work.
- He is prioritizing health and well-being, attending the gym regularly.
- Positive support was received through a LinkedIn post about his layoff.
- The advice given is to view layoffs as impersonal and to focus on one's reaction and future steps.
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