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‘Got laid off today’: Amazon employees share experiences after latest job cuts

May 18, 2026 📍 Philadelphia, PA, USA
‘Got laid off today’: Amazon employees share experiences after latest job cuts
📦💼 Fresh discussions about layoffs at [Amazon](https://www.amazon.com) are spreading online after multiple current and former employees shared experiences of losing their jobs amid the company’s ongoing restructuring efforts. A viral Reddit post from a U.S.-based Amazon Program Manager described feeling unexpectedly “relieved” after being laid off, saying the intense pressure and demanding work culture had stopped feeling worth it despite the valuable experience gained at the company.

The post quickly drew responses from other employees who said they had also been impacted by recent job cuts across multiple divisions. Some described receiving severance packages after spending years at the company, while others said they were able to secure less stressful remote jobs shortly after leaving Amazon. Several workers suggested the company may now be conducting smaller rolling layoffs instead of large highly publicized cuts.

The latest wave comes as Amazon continues streamlining operations under CEO Andy Jassy, with recent reductions affecting teams including Selling Partner Services, robotics, and other internal divisions. The company has already eliminated tens of thousands of roles over the past several months while simultaneously increasing investments in artificial intelligence, automation, logistics, and operational efficiency.

Amazon says the cuts are part of routine organizational reviews designed to improve long-term performance, but the ongoing layoffs are also fueling anxiety among employees worried that AI-driven automation may eventually reduce even more corporate roles. As the tech industry continues shifting toward AI-focused operations, many workers are now questioning whether high-paying tech careers can still guarantee long-term stability in an increasingly automated future. 🤖📉
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