This was one of the most frustrating interview experiences I’ve had. The process included multiple virtual rounds followed by a ~2-hour onsite. I was then asked to come back for an additional onsite, which was rescheduled last minute. Shortly after, I was told the company had over-hired and decided to pause hiring until the next quarter. Months later, I received a rejection saying the role is no longer being filled. This raises a basic question: why open a position and put candidates through multiple rounds — including onsite — without having headcount and budget clearly approved? Candidates are expected to take PTO, spend money (even something as simple as parking), and invest time and energy, while the company appears to be making hiring decisions on the fly. This wasn’t just inconvenient — it felt like a complete lack of respect for candidates’ time.