Autodesk to Cut 1,000 Jobs as AI Focus Drives Strategic Shifts

Software company Autodesk announced plans to reduce its global workforce by approximately 1,000 roles, or 7%, citing strategic shifts toward artificial intelligence leadership. The San Francisco-based firm, which serves architects, designers, and engineers, said the layoffs would primarily affect customer-facing sales positions, with cost savings reinvested into fiscal year 2027 priorities. CEO Andrew Anagnost emphasized that the cuts are not driven by external factors or AI replacing workers, stating, "Technology is only as powerful as the people who use it." Autodesk's recent revenue surged 18% to $1.85 billion in Q3 2025, though it had already reduced its workforce by 1,350 roles last year amid geopolitical and macroeconomic challenges. The latest round of layoffs follows similar actions by tech giants like Meta, which also cut jobs related to metaverse initiatives.