The interview process included:

• First screen with HR
• Background/experience review with Hiring Manager
• At-home code challenge

There was an additional step with multiple peers to discuss the challenge from step 3.

Overall, the communication experience was the worst and showed a great lack of respect for the candidates' time.

I had read similar reviews but decided to ignore them. It was my mistake. Usually, I feel the interview process is respectful and a learning process, even if it does not end in an offer. With Loft, I just felt it was a waste of time.

I only received feedback on the interviews by sending follow-up emails asking for it, with multiple days passing without any response. After requesting a challenge that did not take 6 hours at all (some setup requirements were not even compatible), I received a rejection email without further explanation. I sent back another email asking for additional feedback, which was completely ignored.

The interview process showed a complete lack of respect for candidates. While, in theory, the company seems very interesting, after this experience, I feel like I dodged a bullet and would definitely not recommend it to anyone.

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