Amid mass layoffs, concerns over AI replacing software engineers and a shift away from big tech perks and salaries, hundreds of tech workers have taken to social media to discuss low-stress job options. Some of these workers are burnt out and are looking for an exit from the tech industry. A Meta worker, who posted on the anonymous job site Blind, generated more than 100 responses from peers for ideas on low-pressure jobs. While some tech workers said they’d be willing to accept much lower pay to work in a less stressful environment, others suggested leaving the industry entirely. The rise-and-grind era of tech appears to be on its way out as students and young engineers grow fed up with the work culture in Big Tech. NYU Stern School of Business professor Suzy Welch said she’s seen a generational shift in how younger workers approach employment, away from trusting their employers and prioritizing work-life balance over pay.
Meta, formerly known as Facebook, Inc. is an American technology conglomerate company founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg. The company has several social media and communication platforms under its umbrella, including Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, Oculus VR, and WhatsApp.
The Meta worker, who posted on Blind, an anonymous job site, is not named in the article. They expressed their difficulties in finding the motivation to keep going after having kids, due to concerns over performance improvement plans. This type of plan typically comes after workers are put on notice and offers paths to improvement after lackluster performance reviews or acts as a form of discipline.
