Google’s latest round of job cuts has sent ripples through its Cloud division. While the company has remained largely silent, employees have taken to LinkedIn to share their experiences. Here’s what we know so far:
1. 🔧 Design & UX Teams Were Hit Hardest
According to reports from CNBC and Business Insider, the layoffs primarily affected:
· Designers
· User Experience (UX) Researchers
· UX Program Managers
These are the people who shape how customers interact with google Cloud services—indicating a strategic shift in product development focus.
2. 🧑💼 Employees Share Emotional Posts on LinkedIn
Laid-off Googlers have shared heartfelt messages on LinkedIn:
· Expressing shock and sadness
· Reflecting on their tenure at Google
· Thanking teammates and seeking new opportunities
Many posts emphasize that the layoffs came without much warning, contributing to rising anxiety across the tech industry.
3. 🧾 Google Has Yet to Officially Disclose Numbers
While the reports mention “more than 10” employees affected in this round, google has not publicly confirmed the total number of job cuts.
Some speculate this is part of a broader restructuring inside google Cloud, which has been trying to:
· Cut operational costs
· Improve profitability
· Refocus on AI-integrated solutions
4. ☁️ Why the Cloud Division?
Despite being a fast-growing segment, google Cloud still trails behind AWS and microsoft Azure.
Recent efforts have focused on:
· Merging teams
· Consolidating roles
· Prioritizing AI, machine learning, and enterprise cloud services
Experts believe the layoffs reflect an internal pivot toward AI-driven cloud innovation—where fewer traditional UX roles may be required.
5. 📉 Part of a Larger industry Trend
The google Cloud layoffs come amidst a wave of downsizing across Big Tech, even as companies report strong earnings.
· microsoft, Meta, and amazon have all made similar role-specific cuts this year
· The focus is shifting toward leaner teams, AI integration, and cost control
🧠 Final Thought:
Even tech giants like google aren't immune to change. As cloud competition heats up and AI reshapes how products are built, job roles are evolving—or disappearing. For affected employees, it's a tough moment. For the rest of the industry, it's a sign of where priorities are heading.
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