Interview Process:

I had a 1-hour first-round technical interview with a Director and a Senior Associate. The format was a mix of scenario-based problem-solving questions and some shorter technical questions. From my perspective, the interview went really well—I was able to demonstrate my experience across cloud, Kubernetes, CI/CD, and troubleshooting live systems. The panel was professional and asked relevant questions aligned with the role.

Post-Interview Experience:

After the interview, I followed up with the recruiter several times but received no updates. In parallel, I received another offer from another company. I informed the recruiter of this situation and reiterated my strong interest in the EA role, asking if he could provide any feedback or status updates. The very next day, I was informed of a rejection.

Pros:

• Technical interview was well-structured and relevant.
• Panel members were knowledgeable and professional.

Cons:

• Lack of transparency after the interview.
• Poor communication and feedback loop with the recruiter—no constructive feedback provided despite my follow-ups.
• The timing of the rejection felt abrupt and unprofessional.

Overall Impression:

While the interview itself was positive and aligned with my skills, the post-interview experience was disappointing. EA could greatly improve by providing timely updates and constructive feedback to candidates.

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