Definitely I’m on my way out. An external switch atm is just difficult because there aren’t that many open positions. I’m currently in one process where I profited from my network. Other than that it’s quite tough right now. ca. 1.5y when I was making the switch, I had to pick from 3 different offers and cancelled on a few final round interviews. The market is bad for my field right now, this is what makes the switch tough.

And yeah I’m also assuming they gave him a heads up. Too bad.