I applied through LinkedIn and was promptly contacted by a recruiter. They were genuinely pleasant and clearly explained the company and interview process, which created a positive first impression.

The next round was a live coding session via HackerRank. I was well-prepared and excited, albeit a bit nervous. The problem presented was relatively straightforward, and I began implementing my logic. However, the interviewer repeatedly interrupted me, even when I was in the middle of explaining or coding. Although I requested a moment to complete my thought and walk through the solution, I felt I wasn’t given the space to properly articulate my approach.

While the problem was solved correctly – the code compiled successfully, passed all test cases, and included clear comments – the interviewer seemed fixated on hearing a specific term or explanation. Despite communicating the correct logic in my own words, I sensed growing impatience and rigidity.

What was particularly disheartening was receiving a rejection without any constructive feedback. I urge the team to revisit the interview recording to assess the candidate’s performance objectively.

I had high hopes for this company based on its culture and values, but the interview experience did not reflect those. I hope the process becomes more supportive and feedback-driven.

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