Google Layoffs 2025: Another Round Of Job Cuts? Voluntary Exit Program Rolled Out Across Teams

Google has launched a voluntary exit program across teams as part of broader layoffs and cost-cutting, gearing up to invest heavily in AI infrastructure in 2025.

While Google hasn’t confirmed how many employees have accepted or will accept the offer, the number is expected to be significant.

Focus on US-Based Employees and Workplace Return

The voluntary exits are being targeted mainly at US-based employees.

Timeline of Google Layoffs

Since 2023:
January 2023: 12,000 workers laid off (6% of global workforce)
February 2025: Cuts in Google Cloud division
April 2025: Layoffs in Platforms and Devices (Android, Pixel, Chrome)
May 2025: 200 employees laid off in Global Business Unit
June 2025: Voluntary exit program rolled out across major teams

With a workforce of over 183,000 employees as of February 2025, Google is clearly focused on reshaping its team for the AI era, though not without making tough decisions along the way.

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