Meta Platforms, the parent company of social media giants WhatsApp and Instagram, has reportedly laid off employees across various teams as part of a restructuring initiative. The announcement of the layoffs emerged on Thursday, although the company has not disclosed the specific number of employees affected.
In a statement to Bharat Express, a Meta spokesperson confirmed that multiple teams experienced job cuts. “A few teams at Meta are making changes to ensure resources are aligned with their long-term strategic goals and location strategy,” the spokesperson stated.
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The adjustments include relocating some teams and employees to different roles. In cases where Meta has eliminated positions, the company is actively working to find alternative opportunities for those affected.
Reports indicate that employees from the Reality Labs division, as well as teams associated with Instagram and WhatsApp, were among those affected. Several individuals took to social media to announce their job losses.
Notably, Jane Manchun Wong, a member of the Threads team, share her experience on Threads, stating, “I’m still trying to process this but I’m inform that my role at Meta impact.” She expressed gratitude to her colleagues and invited connections for future opportunities in software and security engineering.
This round of layoffs follows earlier job cuts within Meta, including those in its Reality Labs division earlier this year. In a broader context, the company, led by CEO Mark Zuckerberg, has undergone significant workforce reductions, laying off 11,000 employees in 2022 and another 10,000 in 2023.
Additionally, Meta withdrew 5,000 open positions as part of its “year of efficiency” strategy.
