Senior Front End Engineer Interview Experience - Redwood City, California
Process
I applied online, and an in-house recruiter contacted me within the same week. The initial phone screening lasted 15 minutes. During the call, I was asked basic questions about my reasons for leaving my current position and my ability to telecommute. The recruiter then described some perks and benefits and inquired about my salary expectations. When I asked about the salary range for the position, the recruiter stated she couldn't recall the exact figures off the top of her head. Upon being reminded of the new state law requiring employers to disclose salary information, she responded, "But I'm not saying no! I just don't recall the numbers!" After this exchange, the recruiter promised to find out and call back immediately, but she never did.
I cannot determine if this was a genuine instance of an in-house recruiter honestly not knowing the salary range for a position (which is highly unprofessional) or if it was a deliberate attempt to evade state law. In either case, this is not a company I would want to work for.
Questions
Why I want to leave my present position.
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Success Rate
SendGrid's interview process for their Senior Front End Engineer roles in Redwood City, California is extremely selective, failing the vast majority of engineers.
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