WSJ Tech News Briefing · Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Uber Technologies is laying off approximately 3,300 employees, representing about 10% of its workforce, as part of a management restructuring and division streamlining effort. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi stated in a letter to employees that the company grew rapidly, adding management layers that are now being trimmed. The savings from these layoffs are intended for reinvestment in the company's future.
“And staying on Uber, the company announced it's laying off 3,300 employees, or about 10% of its workforce, to trim management layers and streamline divisions.”
“In a letter to employees today, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi said that the company grew fast over the past few years, but added layers and management structures that made sense when the business was smaller.”
“He added that the layoffs will allow it to reinvest savings in the future.”