I was let go but was able to retire. Company wants ‘fresh’,cheap talent and cheap H1B labor.
They don’t understand that you get what you pay for.
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cheap talent and cheap H1B labor. BINGO!
Jobs in STEM used to be a ticket to a comfortable middle class (or higher) lifestyle, but H1B Visa expansions (spouses, etc) and a never-ending supply of cheap foreign labor have taken a huge toll on STEM positions/careers.
My son is the only Caucasian in his department, same for spouse~they work in STEM fields.
Ageism is also a factor...Both feel they are similar to athletes with limited play time left...Son is in his early 30s...
On my immediate team at work, I am the only native-born person.