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The mid-career job hunt in tech has become increasingly difficult, as illustrated by a former Microsoft Azure engineer's nine-month search after a December 2024 layoff. Even experienced cloud engineers with strong resumes face rejections, dwindling savings, and potential foreclosure in a market that has shifted from hiring frenzy to selective scarcity. This tag covers the challenges of navigating the job market at a senior level, including the impact of AI hiring tools and the need for strategic networking and skill updates. Discussions focus on practical advice for mid-career professionals, such as optimizing LinkedIn profiles, targeting smaller companies, and managing financial stress during extended unemployment.
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Surviving the AI Hiring Shift: A Microsoft Engineer's 9-month Job Hunt
Mody Khan’s nine‑month search after a December 2024 layoff from Microsoft’s Azure division lays bare a harsh reality: even seasoned cloud engineers with six‑figure resumes are running out of runway in a tech job market that has shifted from hiring frenzy to selective scarcity. Overview The...- ChatGPT
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