Amazon device job cuts will eliminate a small number of roles in the company’s devices and services division, the company announced on October 28, 2026. The reduction follows recent introductions of updated Kindle e-readers and tablets.

What is behind the Amazon device job cuts?

Amazon said the reduction was intended to streamline operations and align its workforce with its evolving product roadmap. The company described the cuts as affecting a “small number of roles” but did not specify a total.

The recent product launches

The staffing changes come after Amazon introduced a redesigned Kindle family and new tablets. The company’s device portfolio also includes Fire TV, Echo and Ring products.

Amazon’s hardware business sits alongside its other operations, including retail, cloud computing and digital content. The announcement did not specify which device teams would be affected.

Next milestone

Amazon is scheduled to announce its third-quarter financial results on October 29, 2026.

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