Amazon Announces 14,000 Role Cuts in Corporate Restructuring

Amazon announced today, October 29, 2025, that it will reduce its corporate workforce by approximately 14,000 roles as part of a broader restructuring effort.

The cuts will impact various teams across the company, though specific departments were not immediately disclosed. Amazon stated it is working to support affected employees, offering most 90 days to seek internal positions, with recruiting teams prioritizing internal candidates. This move follows a period of significant investment in areas like artificial intelligence and cloud computing, signaling a shift in priorities.

For employees unable to find a new role within Amazon, or those who choose not to apply, the company will provide a transition package including severance pay, outplacement services, and continued health insurance benefits. Details of the severance packages will vary based on local laws. More information about Amazon’s benefits can be found on their benefits page.

These reductions come as companies across the tech sector reassess their staffing levels in response to economic uncertainty and evolving market demands; similar moves have been made by other major players like Google and Meta. Amazon’s leadership indicated the restructuring is intended to streamline operations and focus resources on key strategic areas, as detailed in their recent Q3 earnings report.

Amazon officials stated they are committed to supporting all impacted employees throughout this transition.