The interview process was smooth and fairly easy, and communication throughout was clear. I performed strongly in all rounds, in some cases exceptionally well, and the interviewers seemed genuinely pleased. That’s why the rejection came as a surprise. The feedback I received felt disconnected from the actual discussions, almost like a generic response generated from a few keywords. It gave the impression that the outcome may have already been decided 🤦‍♂️ possibly due to internal preferences, sponsorship, or pay-scale alignment. Considering other reviews, I now understand why several candidates have rated the process low.