A former Google software engineer, who is a Chinese national on an H-1B visa, is sharing advice on LinkedIn for fellow tech immigrants on how to navigate job loss. Having experienced a layoff at Amazon previously and sensing potential job cuts at Google, he decided to take proactive steps to prepare for the possibility of being laid off. He emphasized the unique challenges faced by H-1B visa holders during layoffs, where securing a new sponsoring employer is crucial for maintaining legal status in the country.