Amazon Faces Its Largest Layoffs Since 2022, With Up to 30,000 Jobs at Risk

Amazon, one of the world’s largest technology and e-commerce companies, is reportedly preparing for a massive workforce reduction that could affect as many as 30,000 employees, making it the company’s largest job cut since 2022.

According to individuals familiar with the matter, the potential layoffs are part of Amazon’s plan to restructure internal departments, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs amid a more challenging global economy.

While Amazon has not yet made a formal announcement, early indications suggest that corporate, retail, logistics, and AWS (Amazon Web Services) divisions may see the biggest impact. The decision comes as the company continues to pivot toward artificial intelligence (AI), automation, and cloud optimization, areas that require new skill sets and fewer traditional roles.

Industry experts believe the restructuring is an effort to protect profitability while maintaining competitiveness against tech rivals such as Microsoft, Google, and Alibaba  all of which have introduced similar cost-cutting measures this year.

“Amazon’s focus is shifting toward sustainable growth and AI-driven innovation,” said a senior market analyst at Global Data Insights. “But that shift often means the company must make difficult choices about its workforce.”

Amazon last conducted a major layoff wave in 2022–2023, eliminating around 27,000 positions worldwide. Since then, the company has implemented hiring freezes, performance-based restructuring, and operational realignments to manage post-pandemic shifts in online retail demand.

Despite these challenges, Amazon continues to invest heavily in automation, robotics, and renewable infrastructure, signaling confidence in its long-term business strategy.

As of now, affected employees are expected to receive severance packages, transition support, and internal relocation options, depending on their department and tenure.

This move, if confirmed, highlights the tech sector’s ongoing transformation  where efficiency, digital innovation, and AI integration increasingly shape corporate decisions.

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