Uber to cut 10% of workforce in bid to move 'simpler and faster'

Uber is cutting small teams by nearly half and allowing about 1% of its workforce to continue working remotely.

Uber to shed 10% of workers as it moves to cut costs and streamline

CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said Uber is removing organizational layers and taking other steps to boost its efficiency.

AI or Overhiring? Uber Targets Middle Management With 10% Cut to Workforce

As part of the overhaul, Uber is reducing the number of employees who sit seven or more layers below the CEO by about 20%. It is also cutting the number of “micro-teams,” teams with just one or two direct reports, by nearly 50%.
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Uber cuts 10% of workforce, tightens return-to-office rules

Uber lays off 3,300 employees in its third 2026 restructuring, cutting management layers and reinforcing its in-office policy.

Uber is cutting many of its 'micro-teams' and giving some middle managers more reports

The move comes at a time when many tech companies are looking to reconstruct corporate org charts with fewer layers and more managers.

The ‘Great Flattening’ rolls on as Uber lays off middle managers

More companies continue to flatten and trim their org charts. Whether or not the trend is good for business is still up in the air.

Uber is cutting 3,300 jobs despite double-digit growth as it makes room for its robotaxi future

CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said the cuts will make Uber “faster and smarter” as it invests billions into autonomous vehicles