My interview experience was underwhelming. As a senior, high performing candidate, I expected a more polished and engaging process, especially from a company in the hiring space. The first stage with the recruiter, Melissa, felt flat. She stayed off camera during a virtual interview, the questions were generic, and there was little effort to sell either the role or the company. The second stage with the hiring manager, Michael, was where I lost interest completely. Within the first minute, he said, “I am going to ask you some questions, and please answer them.” There was no introduction, no warmth, and no attempt to build rapport. The tone was cold and transactional. Within a few minutes, I was already thinking about getting off the call, which is something I have never felt in my career. What stood out most was the disconnect between the seniority they claim to want and the way they interview candidates. The process felt generic and one sided, more suited to a junior screening than a senior level conversation.