Unfortunately, the candidate experience was disappointing. After applying and having initial contact with a recruiter, communication stopped entirely—even after polite follow-up emails. There was no update or closure, which reflects poorly on Stripe’s recruiting standards and respect for candidates’ time. Advice to Management: Stripe should monitor its Talent Acquisition (TA) team more closely and enforce clear SLA and KPI targets for candidate communication. Every applicant deserves timely feedback or at least acknowledgment, especially after engagement has started. A great company reputation should extend to how it treats potential employees.