Amazon Lays Off AWS Staff As Part Of Broader Streamlining Effort

About Amazon Lays Off AWS Staff As Part Of Broader Streamlining Effort

Amazon is cutting staff in its Web Services division as part of a broader effort to optimize operations and refocus priorities. The company has not disclosed the number of layoffs or specific teams affected, but reports indicate that the training and certification unit was impacted. CEO Andy Jassy has overseen over 27,000 job cuts since 2022, warning that advancements in generative AI could lead to further workforce reductions. The restructuring aims to improve efficiency amid ongoing technological changes.