Expedia Group has announced a series of layoffs resulting in the loss of 58 jobs, primarily in Seattle, as part of its organisational restructuring efforts. This development follows the company’s filing of a WARN notice in Washington state, specifying that the job cuts will occur from 21 November to 1 December.
Breakdown of Job Cuts
The layoffs encompass a range of positions, including senior executive and technical roles. A notable aspect of these cuts is the elimination of several high-level positions, such as a Senior Vice President role previously noted in reports from August. Of the 31 technical roles affected, 18 pertain to data science and machine learning. The reorganisation affects the company’s operations not just in Washington, but also extends to Illinois and Florida.
Company’s Statement
In a public statement, Expedia described the job cuts as part of an effort to streamline and simplify the company’s operations, primarily within its Global Finance team. The statement elaborated that the changes are intended to simplify organisational structures, with some employees reassigned to new roles or locations, while certain positions are being phased out entirely. The company acknowledged the challenges that come with such transitions, assuring that they are committed to assisting affected employees during the process.
Reporting based on coverage first published by skift.com.