I was asked to complete an online quiz and then immediately go onsite. I thought this was strange and wanted to ensure it was a good fit before investing significant time. Therefore, I requested to have some phone interviews first, but this was denied.

I should have recognized this as a red flag, but I proceeded anyway.

The first onsite interview involved a hiring manager who asked oddly personal questions that bordered on inappropriate. I had hoped the discussion would remain focused on software engineering.

After speaking with the hiring manager, I had a technical interview with an engineer. This engineer was quite rude and began with a challenging puzzle question. The efficient solution required a bit manipulation trick, which is not my strong suit, so I struggled through it. The interviewer offered no guidance and was determined to see this bit-hacking puzzle question through, consequently, we did not cover anything else. For someone experienced with bit manipulation puzzles, it might be an easy question, but I had not studied the topic thoroughly.

Following that interview, they ended the on-site visit early and asked me to leave. I was informed I would be reimbursed for travel expenses, but this was misleading, and they did not reimburse for train tickets or Uber rides.

This was one of the worst and most unprofessional interviews I have ever experienced. I advise other engineers not to waste their time interviewing here.

Life passions, personal questions, CS puzzles solved with bit manipulation.