A couple of people here have already mentioned this, but it is absolutely true. It was one of the most bizarre experiences of my career.

The technical questions were pretty standard, with a coding pad and all. But some guy from senior management came in, and without even introducing himself, he started “interrogating” me. I am using “interrogating” here quite accurately.

Not a single question about my current job or my experience. He just went through my resume and asked me why I moved from one company to another! He was talking very slowly and taking long pauses, as if he were the head of the freaking KGP!!!

Then he said he had concerns about my resume. Honestly, I could not care less about his opinion of my resume. But if he didn’t like it, why did he waste my time??? Or was he just on a power trip, enjoying grilling me!!!

I have met a lot of weirdos in the software world, but that one was the worst. I feel for the people working under him.

Why did you move from Company A to Company B 11 years ago?