Doesn't matter whether you are laid off or not (because you can never count on it anyway) you can always do something on your own. Don't have to work full time . Just spend the weekend and extra hours on your own idea. It might take a longer than a... — read more 

Good luck hope everyone gets a good deal

Particularly if you are fluent in chinese and English, they need people to help with the China deal on x8086 and you have that skill.

Welcome to the Chinese century. http://www.geektime.com/2016/04/26/chinese-chip-maker-releases-a-79-laptop/

The Chinese do no like to buy from western imperialists. Learn from Apple's experience. http://shanghaiist.com/2016/05/04/apple_china_troubles.php

Whether you've been laid off or not, you know hardware engineering jobs are in decline. If you've been in the field 15 or 20 or 25 years, but still got mouths to feed and bills to pay, what practical advice does anyone have? Software is good but... — read more 

They hires a non chinese speaker to lead sales and marketing in China, why? Politics! BK appointed Rupal Shah to lead China team. How AMD got the deal? The CEO is chinese. She speaks chinese. Speaking chinese makes a big deal in dealing with China... — read more 

I am thinking of joining a startup which has brilliant founders. I might also get promotion in my job title and salary. Does that sound like a good idea? I've never worked for a startup before. What are the pros and cons? Thank you !

Is this the end of semiconductor industry in US with same ending as auto industry back in the days? Usually when the big guys like Intel start shifting jobs to offshore others follow. Thoughts?

The end is near http://www.digitimes.com/news/a20160505PD210.html

NXP semiconductor. They have their sh-- together. Kicked our asses in NFC, and seems like they are positioned to be a pretty good leader moving forward. -Ex-Brcm

http://thetechportal.in/2016/04/19/no-job-cuts-india-intel-company-plans-increase-investments-support-digital-india/ http://www.rightsidenews.com/us/economics/intel-will-layoff-12000-american-workers-after-requesting-14523-foreign-workers/

Intel is no longer the cutting edge. Its the beginning of the end. Intel will probably sell its fabs and be fabless like amd. Intel is too slow and will not able to compete with coreans, taiwanese and chinese manufacturing giants. The company have... — read more 

Curious about how the culture is. In brief interaction I have had, it seems like a rigid organization, that put people on very narrow tasks with a rigid heirerchy on top of them. Any insider news? Also, is DCG not concerned about their slowed down... — read more 

Ant news about SSG project cancellation . Its huge organization . Intel is semiconductor company why need thousands of software people ..Just to make crapy tools and scripts. SSG is full of Chinese and indians . All are micro managers . Don't know... — read more 

All, anyone training H1B or Indian replacement at Intel? If yes, please post your study so people are aware this is not a rare occurrence but is the norm at Intel and many did not want to believe this was the case.

I wish the one or two trolls that post stupid sh-- would just get a job and stop getting in the way of reasonable information. H1Bs, racist nonsense, trolling blah blah... Seriously. Get a girlfriend or a job or something. Watch porn or do something... — read more 

I work in ICS. We have no idea if we are going to get blindsided or not. We just had a week of F2F meetings and upper management was there. The mood was definitely in heavier than usual. Lots of language about performance management and making... — read more 

Senior software engineer 12 years of experience, mobile software development on Android (primary), with a little crossover to iOS if needed. Small 150 person company. Base salary $168,500. Bonus tied to company performance, maximum eligible amount... — read more 

Got a FedEx envelope on Friday with an envelope inside containing a note talking about VSP. I've been on leave through all this and haven't been in contact with anyone and was under the impression that work wasn't allowed to contact me during my... — read more 

After hitting the stock option jackpot in the bay area, I bought 4 sfh in Santa Clara during the downturn. And I am happy to say, I love my H1B tenants that's been renting from me for about $3900/month for the past 3-4 years. I appreciate them being... — read more 

Any one know whats the pay range for Grade7 ? Lower Limit - High Limit. any info reg this is highly appreciated

Our site is being closed - 2 potential options. Intel in Folsom -vs- Apple in Austin. Any suggestions? I've been with intel 15 years and have been looking outside since i don't know if i will get a relocation offer. looking around and if i'm lucky... — read more 

While every company evolves, the events of the past two weeks clearly demarcate a new chapter for Intel, as we jettison remaining traditions established by Dr. Noyce, Dr. Moore, and Dr. Grove. BK, a victim of the board, required to accept a double... — read more 

Is Intel in Buffet's portfolio?

HA..HA... There are a few pithy statements that would be applicable... You can't teach an old dog new tricks... The definition of insanity is repeating the same thing over and over again and expecting different results...

Looking for jobs in TX, CA.

Stuck on the horns of a dilemma... 30+ years at Intel and > 60 years old.. I hate to say it but I'm still unsure about leaving.. I still live the company, but maybe I've been around too long. I have a great manager and +1 manager who are doing... — read more 

I do not work at Intel. But in the next meeting with BK, can somebody ask him if he says only people who do get successful and above in focal can remain in the company, then why is he still in the company. Apparently he got a huge raise recently... — read more 

If u saw amir/murthys qgs.first of all amirs presentation is pathetic and he is very rude.it hurts whn he says we delivered so many things. We have etc etc.but we r going through tought time etc.irony is those2 guys joined Intel recently and taking... — read more 

BK's lack of vision and incompetence is putting the entire business in jeopardy. Imminent loss of moore's law leadership and failed mobile efforts are just the beginning. If he stays as CEO, a lot more employees are going to lose their jobs and money... — read more 

Like senior design engineer etc? Can someone clarify?

This is normal practice for Murthy a template from his previous companies