'Disgusting, cowardly, and just...': 26-year Oracle employee blasts company after layoff; Reddit erupts in support, calls it a 'complete clown show'

After spending 26 years at Oracle Corporation, the employee took to Reddit to share his ordeal, saying it ended abruptly with a layoff email sent at 6 AM - without even a phone call. He called the process cold and deeply disappointing. He had enjoyed his role for years, but things changed after a team switch in September 2025. While the core work remained familiar, new responsibilities and a new manager made the experience less fulfilling. When rumors of job cuts began, the manager - reportedly a VP - appeared more focused on his own job security than supporting the team.

The employee felt that being new to the group made them an easy choice for layoffs, especially in a 'last in, first out' situation. He also noted a lack of support and poor team integration, which left his contributions largely unnoticed.

Though upset and saddened by how events unfolded, the individual expressed confidence about moving forward, while also sharing strong criticism of company leadership, including CTO Larry Ellison.

Reacting to the incident, fellow Redditors rallied in strong support, with many sharing their own negative experiences with the company. One user, posting under the username (Key_Abroad7136), described the situation as a 'complete clown show'.

Here are some notable reactions to the post, with many fully endorsing the individual’s statement: