Bellevue, WA – A significant round of layoffs is underway in Washington state as Snap Inc. moves to cut dozens of positions across multiple offices, impacting workers in both King and Clark counties this week.
According to a WARN notice filed with the Washington Employment Security Department, the company began issuing layoff notices on Wednesday to 95 employees working in Bellevue, Seattle, and Vancouver. The reductions are expected to take effect on June 16, providing workers with the required 60-day notification period.
The affected King County locations include offices along Northeast 4th Avenue in Bellevue and Yale Avenue North in Seattle, while in Clark County, employees at the Broadway office in Vancouver are also impacted. The notice states that affected workers will not have bumping rights, meaning they cannot displace other employees based on seniority.
Snap indicated that employees will remain on payroll during the notification period, even if they are not actively working. The company also noted that impacted workers may be eligible to continue healthcare benefits for a limited time through COBRA, though they may be responsible for associated costs after separation.
Officials said the layoffs are tied to broader operational changes, which could include restructuring or shifting certain roles outside Washington. The company clarified that the action does not necessarily indicate permanent closures of the affected offices.
The move reflects ongoing adjustments across the tech industry, as companies continue to reevaluate staffing levels amid shifting business demands in 2026.
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