The interview process consisted of one phone call with the recruiter, followed by two phone calls with team members. An on-site, 30-minute presentation was also required, along with a final call with the director. The entire process spanned over a month.

The interviews were typical for engineering roles, involving questions about my resume and technical challenges. The on-site presentation was nerve-wracking, but it was a positive experience to meet the team in person.

However, the final interview with the director was one of the worst interview experiences I've had. Initially, the director appeared to dismiss the interview. Subsequently, the recruiter contacted me to reschedule for later that same afternoon. This was inconvenient, as I had taken time off work and was now missing a significant portion of the day.

During the rescheduled interview, the director interrupted me multiple times. They also asked technical scenario questions based on their internal designs, leaving me without adequate context. Furthermore, the director misinterpreted a question I asked, responding with, "Don’t get ahead of yourself, bud." At that point, I knew I wouldn't get the job, despite five interviews and extensive preparation, largely due to an unprofessional interaction with the recruiter.

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