* Initial conversation with Talent Acquisition to discuss background, role fit, and expectations. * First technical screen over Zoom * On-site interview loop at the Cork office, consisting of: * Architecture and communication discussion around past projects and design decisions. * General technical interview with a deeper dive into a technical questions and a collaborative coding exercise focused on problem-solving rather than tricks. * Prior experience interview covering career history, team dynamics, and ways of working. * Final interview with the CEO, focused on culture, values, leadership, personal motivations, and long-term alignment rather than purely technical topics. * Clear communication throughout the process, with timely updates and transparency on next steps.

I was ghosted after being told I had cleared multiple interview rounds for a Senior Software Engineer position. I completed the recruiter screening, hiring manager, and coding round and received an email late Friday evening (6:50 p.m.) stating that I had advanced and was expected to come on-site the following Monday. I explained that I was in a different city and asked if the interviews could be held over Zoom, as part of the process was already remote. I never received any response after that. It was extremely unprofessional to stop communication at that stage, especially after confirming my progression.