GM Is Laying Off Hundreds Of Its IT Staff To Hire Dozens Of Different IT Staff
General Motors is cutting 500-600 IT staff across Texas and Michigan facilities as part of a restructuring to integrate more AI and software capabilities in its vehicles. The layoffs follow recent job cuts in Canada and come amid plans to hire IT workers with different skill sets, including roles in AI and autonomous vehicles.
General Motors is eliminating 500 to 600 IT jobs as part of a restructuring aimed at modernizing its technology operations, with a focus on AI and software development. Most affected roles are based in Austin, Texas, and Warren, Michigan, though some global offices will also see cuts. Employees began receiving layoff notifications this week, while GM simultaneously lists 78 open IT positions, including roles in AI, motorsports, and autonomous vehicles. The company is overhauling its IT development to better align with future needs, particularly in autonomous driving and vehicle computing power. Nearly 90 percent of GM’s autonomous driving code is now AI-generated, according to CEO Mary Barra, signaling a shift toward technology-driven innovation. GM stated the changes are necessary to position itself competitively in an evolving automotive landscape. This round of layoffs follows a January decision to cut approximately 500 jobs at GM’s Oshawa facility in Canada, where production was shifted to Fort Wayne, Indiana. The automaker employs roughly 47,000 white-collar workers in the U.S., making these cuts a notable but proportionally smaller adjustment. GM emphasized gratitude for the contributions of affected employees and pledged support during their transition. The restructuring reflects broader industry trends, where automakers are prioritizing AI and software expertise to enhance vehicle capabilities and operational efficiency.
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