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Week of February 10, 2025
Equipping Tech Professionals to Navigate a Dynamic Job Market
Jess Brock
February 12, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 4 minutes
Est. Tech Sector Unemployment Rate (US): 5.7%
Sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Major Media Outlets
"If you're offered a seat on a rocket ship, don't ask what seat."
Recent Layoff Notices
Company | State | # Affected | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
Cisco Systems | CA | 60 | 2/7/25 |
Amazon | WA | 300 | 2/8/25 |
IBM | NY | 75 | 2/9/25 |
Salesforce | NY | 85 | 2/10/25 |
HP Inc. | CA | 80 | 2/10/25 |
Dell Technologies | TX | 110 | 2/11/25 |
Meta/Facebook | CA | 3,600 | 2/12/25 |
Adobe | CA | 70 | 2/12/25 |
NVIDIA | CA | 50 | 2/13/25 |
Microsoft | WA | 90 | 2/14/25 |
Tesla | TX | 180 | 2/14/25 |
CA | 200 | 2/15/25 | |
Oracle | CA | 95 | 2/16/25 |
Boeing | WA | 396 | 2/21/25 |
Intel | CA | 120 | 3/1/25 |
Sources: State-level WARN Notices*, Major Media Outlets
*The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) Act requires employers with more than 100 employees to provide 60-day advance notices for mass layoffs. State laws differ: California applies to employers with 75 or more workers, while New York requires 90-day notices.
Job Market News
Published: February 6, 2025 | The Daily Upside
The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is creating challenges for enterprises in sourcing adequately skilled talent. Many current job seekers lack the necessary expertise to meet these evolving demands, leading companies to invest in upskilling programs and seek innovative hiring solutions.
Published: February 8, 2025 | The Wall Street Journal
The information technology sector experienced a significant increase in unemployment, rising from 3.9% in December to 5.7% in January. This uptick is attributed to the growing adoption of AI, which is automating routine IT tasks and leading to job reductions in certain areas.
Published: February 4, 2025 | The Wall Street Journal
Recent data indicates a decline in the number of Americans voluntarily leaving their positions, suggesting a cooling labor market. This trend reflects increased job stability concerns and a more cautious approach among workers amid economic uncertainties.
Job Openings
Role | Company | Location | Pay |
|---|---|---|---|
Remote | $150K–$220K | ||
Microsoft | Redmond | $130K–$180K | |
Amazon | Remote | $120K–$200K | |
IBM | Remote | $140K–$200K | |
Salesforce | San Francisco | $135K–$185K |
Career Resources
Published: February 2025 | Skillsoft
Skillsoft offers a range of AI training courses designed to help professionals stay current with advancements in artificial intelligence. Their programs cover topics such as generative AI, machine learning, and data science.
Published: January 20, 2025 | The Guardian
Recruitment experts provide key advice to help job seekers craft standout CVs and succeed in interviews. Tips include tailoring applications to suitable roles, creating concise and error-free CVs that highlight specific skills with clear examples, and preparing thoroughly for interviews by understanding common questions and practicing responses.