New Delhi, July 8 -- Microsoft has announced that it is immediately eliminating 4,800 jobs across the company. This represents 2.1% of its total global workforce.

One name from Microsoft layoffs quickly captured attention online. Kevin LaChapelle, Vice President of Xbox Platform, announced on LinkedIn that his 37-year career at Microsoft had ended.

LaChapelle is widely credited with leading the team that built Xbox Backwards Compatibility. That's the feature that allows Xbox One consoles to play Xbox 360 games.

He described watching Phil Spencer announce the program at E3 2015 as one of the most memorable moments of his career. LaChapelle also led the team that created Xbox Cloud Gaming.

"Sitting in the auditorium when Phil announced ...