Meta is preparing another round of job cuts in Silicon Valley as part of its ongoing organisational restructuring, as per news reports.
The move comes alongside increased investment in artificial intelligence and a broader shift in workforce strategy.
The company is set to lay off around 200 employees, with 124 roles impacted in Burlingame and 74 in Sunnyvale. These reductions are scheduled to take effect in late May.
This follows layoffs carried out towards the end of March, which affected teams across recruiting, sales, operations and the Reality Labs division.
Earlier in January 2026, the company had already reduced more than 1,000 roles in Reality Labs, representing around 10% of that division. Some affected employees have been offered alternative roles within the organisation, although certain positions may require relocation.
There have also been reports indicating that Meta could reduce up to 20% of its workforce, though the company has not finalised any such plans.
If implemented, this would mark the largest reduction since 2022–2023, when approximately 11,000 jobs, or about 13% of the workforce, were eliminated.
Despite these layoffs, Meta continues to hire for key positions. As of December 31, 2025, the company had a workforce of 78,865 employees, reflecting a 6% increase compared to the previous year, with the total headcount nearing 79,000.
The company has also made notable senior-level hires, including Alexander Wang, who has been appointed as Chief AI Officer and leads Meta Superintelligence Labs.
Meta is increasingly focusing on artificial intelligence to improve efficiency and productivity. CEO Mark Zuckerberg has indicated that the company is reducing team sizes while relying more on AI tools.
The company plans to significantly increase its capital expenditure, with projected spending between $115 billion and $135 billion this year, representing a 75% rise compared to 2025. This investment is largely directed towards AI infrastructure, including servers and data centres.
Operating expenses are also expected to increase by around 40%, driven in part by higher compensation for technical talent.
Addressing the restructuring, a Meta spokesperson said teams regularly undergo changes to remain aligned with business goals, adding that the company is “finding other opportunities” for employees wherever possible.
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Meta’s latest layoffs reflect a broader shift in its operational strategy, balancing workforce adjustments with increased investment in AI and continued hiring in strategic areas.
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Published on: Apr 7, 2026, 10:40 AM IST
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