Meta Moves 7,000 Workers Into AI Roles Ahead of Job Cuts
Meta is shifting 7,000 employees into AI-focused roles as part of a restructuring plan, with job cuts of 10% planned for later this week. The move consolidates teams into new AI-driven product groups, including agents and apps, under a flatter corporate structure.
Meta Platforms Inc. is reassigning 7,000 employees into AI-related roles as part of a major restructuring effort, according to an internal memo from Chief People Officer Janelle Gale. The shift comes ahead of planned job cuts affecting 10% of its workforce, set to take effect later this week. The memo, reviewed by Bloomberg, outlines the creation of new teams dedicated to AI products, including agents and apps. Gale emphasized the company’s transition to a flatter organizational structure, which will result in smaller teams. Employees will be moved into roles aligned with Meta’s AI strategy, reflecting a broader push to prioritize artificial intelligence amid financial and operational restructuring. The changes aim to streamline operations while accelerating development in key AI areas. The announcement follows Meta’s earlier plans to reduce its workforce by 10%, a move framed as necessary for efficiency. Gale’s memo did not specify which departments or teams would be most affected by the reassignment but indicated a broader realignment across the company. The restructuring reflects Meta’s strategic focus on AI, positioning it to compete with rivals like Google and Microsoft in the rapidly evolving technology sector. The company has been investing heavily in AI tools and infrastructure to drive future growth.
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