Uber lays off 23% of the People team, heavily impacting HR and recruitment, changes the operation's backstage, denies connection with artificial intelligence, and shows how tech giants continue adjusting internal structures.

Uber lays off 23% of the People team, heavily impacting HR and recruitment, changes the operation’s backstage, denies connection with artificial intelligence, and shows how tech giants continue adjusting internal structures.

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Published on 04/06/2026 at 16:46

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Internal restructuring announced by Uber in June 2026 affects 23% of professionals in the People area, focuses cuts mainly on human resources and recruitment, changes the routine of some employees with a return to the hybrid model, and reinforces the company’s strategy to seek a more connected, modern, and efficient operation, according to information released by Bloomberg and CNBC

Uber has initiated a new round of layoffs affecting 23% of employees in the People area, with the greatest impact on human resources and recruitment teams, according to information released by Bloomberg in June 2026. The measure was presented by the company as part of an internal restructuring aimed at seeking more operational efficiency.

In a memo sent to employees, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi stated that the changes are necessary to “maximize the effectiveness of the People team and the enormous potential we have ahead,” as reported by the American CNBC. The company, however, denied that the cuts are directly related to its investments in artificial intelligence.

Uber CEO during corporate presentation amid the announcement of the restructuring that affected HR and recruitment teams.

Uber focuses cuts on HR and recruitment during restructuring

The majority of the layoffs occur within the People area, a sector responsible for functions related to HR, recruitment, and internal employee management. According to Bloomberg, the decision affects professionals directly linked to the company’s administrative structure.

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Uber CEO defends more efficient team

Dara Khosrowshahi presented the cuts as an attempt to reorganize the company’s internal operation. In the statement cited by CNBC, the executive stated that the change seeks to enhance the efficiency of the team responsible for people management.

Additionally, Jill Hazelbaker, promoted the previous month to the position of president and director of corporate affairs, also addressed the impacted teams. According to her, the decision aims to build a more connected, modern, and operationally excellent organization.

The statement reinforces Uber’s intention to redesign part of the corporate structure. In this way, the company attempts to adjust internal processes, reduce overlaps, and make the administrative operation more aligned with current goals.

Hybrid model also part of the changes

In addition to the layoffs, Bloomberg reported that some HR employees who had been authorized to work remotely were informed about changes in the work regime. These professionals will need to return to the hybrid model.

As a result, part of the team will need to attend the office three days a week. The change broadens the scope of the restructuring, as it involves not only cuts but also changes in the work routine.

In Brazil, g1 reported that it contacted Uber to find out if employees of the national operation were affected. Until the publication of the base text, the outlet was still awaiting a response from the company.

Cuts reignite debate on technology and jobs

The new round of Uber cuts occurs amid a scenario of adjustments in the technology sector. Global companies are reviewing teams, reorganizing internal areas, and increasing investments in new digital tools.

However, Uber denied that the decision is linked to artificial intelligence. The company attributed the cuts to the reorganization of the People area and the need to make the structure more efficient.

Thus, the dismissal of 23% of employees in the People area places Uber at the center of yet another debate on corporate restructuring, hybrid work, operational efficiency, and the impacts of internal changes in large technology companies.

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