I recently went through Immutable’s interview process, and unfortunately, it was one of the most frustrating and time-consuming hiring experiences I’ve had. I initially completed four rounds of interviews and a take-home assignment, only to be told afterward that the role was on hold due to a headcount freeze. Months later, when the role was reposted, I was invited back into the process. Despite having already gone through multiple rounds, I was asked to do several additional interviews and reference checks—only to be told they were moving forward with another candidate based on factors that could have been assessed in the first conversation (location and experience). One of the most frustrating aspects was that the role was advertised as remote. However, after investing significant time and effort into the process, I was ultimately rejected because they preferred to hire someone in Sydney. If location was a factor, it should have been clarified upfront—not after seven interviews, a take-home assignment, and reference checks. What stood out to me: Lack of transparency – Advertising a role as remote but ultimately prioritizing a local hire is misleading and wastes candidates' time. Inefficient process – Fundamental hiring criteria, like experience and location preference, should be assessed early on—not after multiple rounds and a time-consuming assignment. High turnover – Interestingly, three out of the four original interviewers I spoke with have since left the company, which, in hindsight, speaks volumes. Overall, this experience left me feeling like I dodged a bullet. The process was disorganized, overly demanding, and ultimately felt like a waste of time. I hope Immutable re-evaluates how they structure their hiring process to ensure a more respectful and efficient experience for candidates.