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LinkedIn Corporation

Information Technology· Sunnyvale, California, United States
LAYOFFS TRACKED
16
LAST EVENT
Jul 13, 2026
MARKET CAP
EMPLOYEES
20,000

LinkedIn is a professional networking platform that connects professionals, recruiters, and businesses for hiring, professional development, and content sharing. It operates a suite of products including Talent Solutions, Marketing Solutions, and Premium Subscriptions.

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16 EVENTS
Jul 13, 2026WARN notice
Middlefield Road Mountain View, CA · 5 locations

LinkedIn announced in an internal memo from CEO Daniel Shapero that it will lay off employees and scale back some investments, with an accompanying internal email from Hari Srinivasan (chief product officer of the LinkedIn Ecosystem) outlining shifts to make product teams smaller, faster and more AI-driven. The changes are described as creating more agile product organizations with fewer layers, suggesting workforce reductions tied to reorganizing product teams. No specific number of employees, dates, or locations for the cuts were provided in the memo excerpt. The announcement frames the moves as part of broader operational changes and investment reprioritization rather than detailing exact headcount or timeline.

Jun 3, 2026News

LinkedIn Corporation has laid off hundreds of engineers as part of a significant workforce reduction. The layoffs, which affected approximately 300 employees, are part of the company's ongoing efforts to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. This move reflects broader trends in the tech industry, where many companies are reassessing their workforce needs. The decision underscores LinkedIn's commitment to maintaining operational efficiency while navigating economic challenges. The layoffs occurred recently, marking a notable shift in the company's staffing strategy.

May 20, 2026News
California, USA

LinkedIn Corporation has recently laid off approximately 700 employees, with a significant impact reported among workers in California. The layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort within the company, which has been facing challenges in the current economic climate. Employees received layoff notifications via email, indicating the company's shift in strategy and operational focus. This decision reflects ongoing adjustments in the tech industry as companies navigate market pressures and changing workforce needs.

May 20, 2026News
California, USA

LinkedIn Corporation is set to cut 606 jobs in California as part of a global restructuring effort. This decision reflects the company's ongoing adjustments to its workforce in response to changing market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader strategy to streamline operations and improve efficiency. While the specific departments affected were not detailed, this move indicates significant changes within the company. The layoffs are expected to take effect immediately, impacting employees across various roles in the state. LinkedIn's restructuring aims to better align its resources with current business needs.

May 20, 2026News
Sunnyvale, California, USA

LinkedIn Corporation has announced layoffs affecting approximately 700 employees, primarily in its Sunnyvale, California office. This decision comes as the company adapts to a significant shift in the job market driven by advancements in artificial intelligence. The layoffs are part of a broader restructuring effort aimed at realigning resources to better meet the evolving needs of users and businesses. LinkedIn's leadership emphasized the necessity of these cuts to maintain competitiveness in a rapidly changing industry landscape. The layoffs are expected to impact various departments, reflecting the company's strategic pivot towards AI integration.

May 20, 2026News
California, USA

LinkedIn Corporation is set to lay off over 600 employees as part of a restructuring initiative aimed at streamlining operations. This decision reflects the company's ongoing efforts to adapt to changing market conditions and improve efficiency. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the tech industry, where many companies are reevaluating their workforce in response to economic pressures. While specific details regarding the affected departments or locations have not been disclosed, the layoffs underscore the challenges facing LinkedIn in the current economic climate.

May 20, 2026News

LinkedIn Corporation has recently conducted layoffs, affecting approximately 300 employees in its engineering and marketing departments. This decision comes as part of the company's ongoing efforts to streamline operations and adapt to changing market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the tech industry, where many companies are reducing their workforce to manage costs. LinkedIn's move reflects the challenges faced by the tech sector in the current economic climate. The company has not specified the exact locations impacted by these layoffs.

May 19, 2026News
Bay Area, California, USA

LinkedIn Corporation is laying off more than 500 employees in the Bay Area, with the most significant reductions occurring at its headquarters. This decision reflects ongoing adjustments within the company as it navigates current market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader trend affecting the tech industry, but specific reasons for LinkedIn's cuts have not been detailed. The company aims to streamline operations and focus on its core business areas amidst a challenging economic landscape.

May 19, 2026News
San Francisco, California

LinkedIn Corporation is laying off more than 100 workers, with a significant number affected in its San Francisco office and additional layoffs occurring at its South Bay headquarters. This decision reflects ongoing adjustments within the company as it navigates current market conditions. The layoffs are part of a broader trend in the tech industry, but specific reasons for LinkedIn's workforce reduction were not detailed in the article. The company continues to evaluate its operational needs in response to economic pressures.

May 15, 2025WARN notice
Middlefield Road Mountain View, CA · 4 locations
Dec 15, 2023WARN notice
Middlefield Road Mountain View, CA · 4 locations
Jun 9, 2023WARN notice
Maude Avenue Sunnyvale, CA · 3 locations
Feb 13, 2023WARN notice
Second Street San Francisco, CA · 3 locations
Reported Aug 11, 2026Date not disclosedNews
Tel Aviv, Israel

LinkedIn is closing its Tel Aviv research and development center, established after its 2022 acquisition of Israeli analytics startup Oribi, and will lay off the center's employees. The Tel Aviv operation is estimated to employ around 50 people, with only a small business team expected to remain in Israel to handle ongoing activity. LinkedIn said the move is part of broader organizational changes to focus teams and business on higher-impact priorities and cited proposed organizational changes in some roles. The Israeli team had worked on measurement tools, conversion attribution and advanced analytics integrated into LinkedIn Marketing Solutions following the Oribi acquisition.

Reported Jul 25, 2026Date not disclosedNews

Microsoft-owned LinkedIn is planning to cut approximately 5% of its workforce, which—based on LinkedIn's stated headcount of more than 17,500 full-time employees—would equal roughly 875 roles. Bloomberg reported a memo from CEO Daniel Shapero saying the reductions will affect engineering, product and marketing teams, and LinkedIn confirmed organizational changes as part of regular business planning. Reuters noted the cuts are not related to adoption of artificial intelligence at the social network. The announcement comes amid LinkedIn's reported 12% year-over-year revenue increase in the third quarter and follows broader Microsoft workforce actions, including consideration of voluntary buyouts in the U.S.

Reported Jun 4, 2026Date not disclosedNews

LinkedIn Corporation, owned by Microsoft, has announced plans to lay off hundreds of employees as part of its regular business planning. While the exact number of affected employees is not specified, reports indicate that approximately 300 positions will be eliminated. The company has not provided specific details regarding the locations or departments impacted by these layoffs. This decision reflects LinkedIn's ongoing adjustments to its workforce in response to changing business needs. Further information on the timeline for these layoffs has not been disclosed.

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