Interview process was open and just as the recruiter outlined in the initial phone screen. Overall, the process was methodical and informative. Went through three rounds including a final round with the SVP of the group.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
I was asked about my experience and how it aligned with the role.
I had one interview with a recruiter over Zoom. The interview itself was fine - mostly questions about my background and experience and how that would make me a successful candidate for the role. However, the discussion on compensation was disappointing and I found the salary ranges they post for roles to be a bit disingenuous. It seemed to me they were not willing to offer anything more than the mid-point of the range and justified that by the fact they offer full-time WFH. Full-time WFH is a great benefit, yes, but you shouldn't waste people's time who apply for a job based on a certain salary range when you're unwilling to pay it.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
If I had specific technical experience with various responsibilities that the role would entail.
Unsolicited contact by company recruiter. Recruiter was very excited about my experience and skills match after 1 hour discussion. Planned to present me as top candidate to hiring manager but a bit concerned they may not be able to afford me. Asked me to complete job application. Promised follow-up and even went above stating Synchrony is a very respectful company and fast on feedback. They really do care. I had to reach out a week later, stated still hasn't met with hiring manager. Never heard from again.
If you position yourself as a respectful company in a unsolicited recruiting process and fail to follow through after committing to, how does that speak to a candidate considering employment at your company? Don't think I'd take a call from this company again.
