New Delhi: As Microsoft begins laying off nearly 10,000 employees, affected employees are searching for new jobs on LinkedIn, and among those affected is an Indian-origin employee who has worked at Microsoft for 21 years. Prashant Kamani, Microsoft’s principal software development manager who spent 21 years at the company in Washington, writes in his LinkedIn post, “Today I was notified that my position at Microsoft has been terminated.
As I reflect on it today, I feel a sense of gratitude more than anything. Microsoft was my first job out of college, and I still remember arriving in a foreign land, nervous and excited, wondering what life had in store for me.” Recalling his journey, It has been very satisfying and rewarding to have worked in multiple roles and across multiple organizations,” said Kamani.ALSO READ: I’m on visa, have limited time: Sacked Indian-origin Microsoft employee,
He received a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi, and a master’s degree in computer science from Savitribai Phule Pune University. Remembering his family, he said, “I’m grateful for my family. I haven’t always been there for them, but they’ve always been there for me. I know today’s news hits them harder then ever.” They are still standing.” strong and carry me through it”. (Also Read: LIC Premium Online Payment: Here’s A Step-by-Step Guide On How To Pay LIC Premium Online Through Google Pay, Paytm, PhonePe And Other UPI,
Kamani ended his LinkedIn post by saying, “If you know of people hiring for software management positions, connect me”.