n another wave of job cuts shaking the U.S. tech sector, industry giants Amazon, Meta, and Rivian have announced significant layoffs, citing the need to streamline operations and align staffing levels with evolving business priorities.
Amazon Cuts Up to 14,000 Jobs Amid Organizational Restructuring
E-commerce leader Amazon confirmed plans to reduce its corporate workforce by approximately 14,000 positions, with reports suggesting the number could climb to 30,000. The move is part of a company-wide initiative to create a more agile and efficient organizational structure.
In an official statement, the Seattle-based company said the decision was driven by a need “to be organized more leanly, with fewer layers and more ownership, to move as quickly as possible for our customers and business.”
The layoffs are expected to impact multiple divisions across Amazon, reflecting the company’s focus on optimizing resources and accelerating decision-making.
Meta Trims 600 Roles from Its Artificial Intelligence Division
Meanwhile, Meta Platforms Inc. announced job reductions affecting around 600 employees within its Artificial Intelligence (AI) division. The layoffs span across key teams, including the AI infrastructure group, Fundamental Artificial Intelligence Research (FAIR) unit, and several product-related departments, according to a CNBC report.
The move comes as Meta continues to rebalance investments across its AI initiatives, focusing on projects with near-term commercial impact while scaling back on certain long-term research functions.
Rivian Reduces Workforce by 4% Amid Slower EV Sales
Adding to the series of workforce cuts, electric vehicle manufacturer Rivian Automotive Inc. announced a 4% reduction in staff, impacting roughly 600 employees. The Irvine, California–based company attributed the layoffs to lower-than-expected sales, partially influenced by the expiration of the U.S. federal EV tax credit in September.
According to a Reuters report, Rivian’s decision reflects broader headwinds in the electric vehicle sector as consumer demand softens and manufacturers navigate policy changes affecting purchase incentives.
Industry Trends: Tech Sector Continues Workforce Realignment
The layoffs at Amazon, Meta, and Rivian highlight a growing trend among major tech firms toward rightsizing operations, reducing costs, and refocusing on profitability after years of aggressive expansion.
Analysts note that while automation and AI continue to drive innovation, they are also prompting structural changes in traditional workforce needs.
As the tech industry recalibrates, thousands of displaced workers are entering a competitive job market — signaling a challenging road ahead for talent across the digital economy.