Meta and Block are eliminating middle management roles, replacing them with AI-powered structures.

Meta and Block are eliminating middle management roles, replacing them with AI-powered structures. Meta's Reality Labs now uses job titles like "AI builder," "pod lead," and "org lead," while Block is transitioning managers to "player-coaches" who work alongside teams. Both companies aim to flatten hierarchies and boost efficiency through artificial intelligence. CEO Mark Zuckerberg stated that projects once requiring large teams can now be completed by single talented individuals supported by AI tools. Job listings for middle managers dropped 12.3% year-over-year in 2025, reflecting this broader corporate trend. Jack Dorsey envisions eliminating permanent management layers entirely, with AI systems coordinating organizational functions. This restructuring represents a significant shift in how major technology companies operate and allocate resources.