Just a few months into 2025, major tech firms are pressing ahead with significant job cuts as they aim to streamline operations, reduce expenditure, and refocus efforts on areas such as artificial intelligence.
According to data from layoff tracking platform Trueup, 234 cuts have already occurred in the tech sector this year, impacting 45,656 employees—an average of 439 people per day. By comparison, 2024 saw 1,115 layoffs with 2,38,461 people affected, averaging 653 layoffs daily.
Major tech layoffs in 2025
Google
Google has initiated its third wave of layoffs this year. Several hundred roles have been cut from its Platforms & Devices unit, which handles Android, Pixel, and the Chrome browser.
The year began with Google launching a “voluntary exit” programme for US employees in this same unit, following the 2024 merger of the Android and Pixel divisions.
In February, more employees were let go from Google’s cloud division. A spokesperson explained the move was necessary “to continue to invest in areas that are critical to our business and ensure our long-term success.”
Microsoft
Microsoft is reportedly considering a round of layoffs as early as May, in a drive to further refine its organisational structure. This upcoming round is expected to focus on reducing middle management positions. The company is aiming to increase its proportion of engineers relative to non-technical staff across project teams.
For example, in Microsoft’s security division led by Charlie Bell, the goal is to shift the engineer-to-project manager ratio from 5.5:1 to 10:1. Staff with persistently low performance ratings may also be let go as part of the restructuring.
Meta
In February, Meta—the parent company of Facebook—cut nearly 3,600 jobs, accounting for roughly 5% of its global workforce. The move was attributed to performance-related concerns and aligns with CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s wider push for a leaner, more effective company.
However, a backlash followed swiftly when, just a week later, Meta awarded substantial bonuses to its top executives. Critics accused the firm of prioritising executive pay over regular employees’ livelihoods.
TikTok
Around 300 jobs at social media platform TikTok’s Dublin office are expected to be cut, with redundancies likely to take place in April. The company has not confirmed final figures, but the move has raised concerns amid wider cuts across the tech sector.
According to data from layoff tracking platform Trueup, 234 cuts have already occurred in the tech sector this year, impacting 45,656 employees—an average of 439 people per day. By comparison, 2024 saw 1,115 layoffs with 2,38,461 people affected, averaging 653 layoffs daily.
Major tech layoffs in 2025
Google has initiated its third wave of layoffs this year. Several hundred roles have been cut from its Platforms & Devices unit, which handles Android, Pixel, and the Chrome browser.
The year began with Google launching a “voluntary exit” programme for US employees in this same unit, following the 2024 merger of the Android and Pixel divisions.
In February, more employees were let go from Google’s cloud division. A spokesperson explained the move was necessary “to continue to invest in areas that are critical to our business and ensure our long-term success.”
Microsoft
Microsoft is reportedly considering a round of layoffs as early as May, in a drive to further refine its organisational structure. This upcoming round is expected to focus on reducing middle management positions. The company is aiming to increase its proportion of engineers relative to non-technical staff across project teams.
For example, in Microsoft’s security division led by Charlie Bell, the goal is to shift the engineer-to-project manager ratio from 5.5:1 to 10:1. Staff with persistently low performance ratings may also be let go as part of the restructuring.
Meta
In February, Meta—the parent company of Facebook—cut nearly 3,600 jobs, accounting for roughly 5% of its global workforce. The move was attributed to performance-related concerns and aligns with CEO Mark Zuckerberg’s wider push for a leaner, more effective company.
However, a backlash followed swiftly when, just a week later, Meta awarded substantial bonuses to its top executives. Critics accused the firm of prioritising executive pay over regular employees’ livelihoods.
TikTok
Around 300 jobs at social media platform TikTok’s Dublin office are expected to be cut, with redundancies likely to take place in April. The company has not confirmed final figures, but the move has raised concerns amid wider cuts across the tech sector.
