Despite recent layoffs, Meta is expanding in India

Core Insights - Meta is cutting 5% of its workforce, labeling them as "low performers," but is simultaneously expanding its operations in Bengaluru, India [1][5] - The company is currently hiring for 41 positions in Bengaluru, primarily in software engineering and chip design roles [2][4] - The new engineering center in Bengaluru will focus on custom internal tools rather than Meta's main products like Facebook and Instagram [3][4] Hiring Strategy - The Engineering Director role in Bengaluru will involve building and leading engineering teams and developing a strategic vision for engineering in India [3][4] - Meta's existing offices in India have fewer job openings, mostly for non-engineering roles, indicating a shift in focus towards engineering in Bengaluru [4][5] - The 41 positions in Bengaluru represent a strategic move for Meta, which has historically relied on North America and Europe for engineering roles [5] Company Positioning - Meta's global job postings exceed 1,700, with the Bengaluru positions being a small fraction of this total [5] - CEO Mark Zuckerberg has indicated that the company plans to backfill the positions lost during recent layoffs, suggesting a commitment to maintaining a robust workforce [6]