Laid Off After 30 Years at HP, May Lee Finds New Career in Antarctica
· World · India Today, LiveMint
Following a 30-year career as a software engineer that ended with a layoff at Hewlett-Packard in February 2025, May Lee secured a supply technician role at McMurdo Station in Antarctica. After an extensive application process involving background checks and physical qualifications, she joined contractor Amentum for the remote deployment. Benefiting from a strong financial foundation and a fully paid-off house, Lee accepted the low-paying position despite the demanding six-day workweek schedule. Operating out of Warehouse 120, she manages IT and communications cargo using a forklift in extreme conditions. The transition provided her with an unexpected new career chapter and community after decades in the corporate tech sector.
Why it matters
The story highlights alternative career paths and financial preparedness for older corporate professionals facing unexpected technology sector layoffs.
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