Replit’s CEO says the future of work is the ‘self-driving company’

Replit CEO Amjad Masad envisions a future where companies operate as “self-driving,” with AI agents handling day-to-day tasks and humans focusing on higher-level decisions requiring judgment and creativity. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, Masad explained how Replit uses AI agents to triage support tickets and assist in coding tasks, allowing employees to concentrate on architecture and strategic work. He emphasized that AI changes the nature of jobs rather than replacing people, leading to more productive and enjoyable work. Masad sees AI transforming workplaces by making work less monotonous and enabling humans to spend more time on planning and decision-making, fostering a positive vision for AI’s role in the future of work.