My initial screening with the recruiter was professional and well-structured. However, the overall hiring process felt poorly coordinated. After completing lengthy paperwork (including personality assessments and consent forms), I attended a scheduled one-hour interview with the hiring manager that ended after only 15–20 minutes. During the conversation, it became apparent that there was uncertainty about whether the role genuinely needed to be filled or whether internal backfilling was being considered instead. My interview with the hiring manager, Arjun Manavalan, concluded with his stating that he would arrange a follow-up technical interview to assess my technical depth. However, a few days later, I was informed by the recruiter that Arjun had decided to pass on my candidacy. This sudden change in direction felt inconsistent with what had been communicated during the interview and reflected a lack of professionalism in how the process was handled. Candidates invest significant time and effort in preparing for interviews. A clearer hiring plan and better coordination would make the experience more respectful and efficient.