Companies really need to stress professionalism while engaging candidates, and DoiT's TA leader fell short. I received an email within two weeks of applying for the role to schedule a 30-minute interview, and I promptly scheduled the interview. I spent time researching the company, its products/services, and its leadership in preparation for the interview. Interview day/time arrives, and I'm awaiting a phone call from the TA specialist, but no call occurred. Approximately 15 minutes after the meeting start time, I received an email from the TA leader stating that they were tied up and couldn't slip away but asked if I had availability later that day (Thursday) or the next day (a Friday). I understand that things happen, so I responded within minutes with my availability to reschedule. I didn't receive any acknowledgment or updated meeting invitation, so by Monday morning I decided to follow up with my availability for the week in an attempt to reschedule the interview. Again, no acknowledgment from the TA leader. A week later I received an automated email that the position had been filled. What a complete waste of time and lack of professionalism by a leader in their TA organization. The candidate experience, whether a job offer is extended or not, should be a positive one, especially in this oversaturated job market. There is no excuse for no acknowledgment days after communication. It speaks volumes about both the TA leader and the company they represent, and honestly, I'm glad I dodged a red flag.