Ext-Trail-8099's journey

I recently started working at a large tech company that was acquired by a private equity firm. Initially, the acquisition seemed promising, with the new owners expressing how much they valued our company. However, I've noticed some unsettling signs, like turnover among executives, which feels like a precursor to bigger changes. I'm trying to gauge when layoffs might happen, as I know private equity firms often prioritize profit over employee well-being. I've started sending out my resume because I want to be proactive about my job security. I feel a bit guilty for looking elsewhere, but I also need to ensure I can pay my rent. I've heard from others that there might be stealth layoffs in the first few quarters after an acquisition, followed by more significant layoffs later on. It seems like a lot of companies in this space do a good job of spinning the narrative to keep employees calm, only to make drastic changes later. I'm curious if anyone else has made a move before layoffs were announced and how that worked out for them. I'm also considering doing some research on the private equity firm to better understand their approach. Overall, I feel like I need to stay vigilant and keep my options open, as the sentiment among my peers is that private equity firms often don't have the best interests of employees in mind.