My experience with the recruiter was positive. They were responsive, organized, and set clear expectations throughout the process. Unfortunately, the hiring manager interview was one of the least professional interviews I've had in recent years.
The interviewer joined late and immediately commented that he was sleepy after lunch and "a little bit out of it." Throughout the interview, he frequently appeared disengaged and even remarked that he was "just trying to get through [his] notes." The conversation lacked structure, frequently jumping between topics with little continuity. Most responses received little to no follow-up, making it difficult to discuss complex projects, explain technical tradeoffs, or demonstrate how I approach problem-solving. At times, it wasn't even clear how much detail the interviewer was looking for before moving on.
I was interviewing for a senior role, so I expected a thoughtful discussion around experimentation, measurement, stakeholder management, and analytical decision-making. Instead, many questions remained superficial, and several follow-ups didn't seem to build on what I had just explained. Rather than feeling like a collaborative conversation intended to understand my experience, the interview felt more like working through a checklist.
Every interviewer has a different style, but I left with the impression that my experience wasn't meaningfully evaluated. Given the caliber of the company, I expected a hiring manager interview that was better prepared, more engaged, and more respectful of a candidate's time. It was especially disappointing because the role itself sounded interesting and the recruiting experience beforehand had been positive.