Cleared My Google TPS, But Recruiter Says No Hiring Manager is Interested in Moving Forward Navigating the interview process at top tech companies can often feel like a rollercoaster. Recently, I found myself in a situation that many candidates can relate to: I cleared the Technical Phone Screen …
Continue ReadingDoes PayPal Have a Cooldown for Software Engineering Roles? Hi Folks!! Recently, I went through an interview process for a Staff Engineer position in Full Stack development at PayPal. Unfortunately, I was not successful in passing the virtual onsite loop. After the interview, I reached out to the …
Continue ReadingSummary: Looking for FAANG Prep Partners In the competitive landscape of tech interviews, particularly for positions at top-tier companies like FAANG (Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Netflix, Google), the importance of preparation cannot be overstated. One effective strategy that has gained traction among …
Continue ReadingWhat Do You Try to Really Understand About a Candidate During Interviews? Hey everyone, As we navigate the ever-evolving landscape of technical hiring, I find myself increasingly intrigued by the nuances of what makes an effective interview. Particularly for Software Engineering (SWE) roles, the key …
Continue ReadingGoogle Interview Feedback | L4 It’s been two weeks since I interviewed for a role in Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and I’m currently in the aftermath of all four interview rounds. As I navigate this waiting period, I’ve found myself reflecting on the process and the common uncertainties that …
Continue ReadingHow Do I Hire Someone Who’s Super Responsible and Conscientious? Hiring the right talent is a daunting challenge, especially when you’re looking for specific personality traits like responsibility and conscientiousness. As someone who’s about to hire a direct report, you might feel …
Continue ReadingLeetCode Challenges at Big Tech Have Become Ridiculous Recently, I completed another online assessment that was labeled as “medium” difficulty, but it felt anything but. The problem required implementing Dijkstra’s algorithm with a priority queue, combined with binary search and …
Continue ReadingOur Reply Rates Have Dipped… In the ever-evolving landscape of tech recruitment, staying ahead of the curve with tools like HireEZ can feel like a double-edged sword. Recently, I switched to using HireEZ and adopted their automated campaigns, but I quickly noticed a troubling trend: our reply …
Continue ReadingRecruitment Emails: Strategies for Enhanced Candidate Engagement In the fast-paced world of recruitment, email remains one of the most effective tools for connecting with candidates. Despite years of experience in the field, there’s always room for refinement in our email strategies to better engage …
Continue ReadingStartup Job Marketplace Seeking Feedback: Insights on Employee Retention Seven months ago, two of my friends relocated to Finland, bringing with them impressive educational backgrounds and extensive experience. Despite their qualifications, they faced a daunting challenge: five months of applying to …
Continue ReadingCan a Non-US Based Company Recruit in the US for US Clients and Candidates? As the global talent pool continues to expand, many entrepreneurs and recruiters are exploring the possibility of engaging in recruitment across borders. If you’re considering starting an IT recruitment company while …
Continue ReadingProfessional Certification Program Scams? Unpacking the Issues In recent years, professional certification programs have surged in popularity as individuals seek to validate their skills and enhance their career prospects. However, as one user’s harrowing experience with a well-known cloud …
Continue ReadingRecruitment Fails: Lessons Learned for 2025 Last year, I found myself in a moment that made me pause and reflect on my approach to recruitment. During an interview, I asked a candidate, “Where do you see yourself in five years?” Their response was a heavy sigh followed by, “Not answering this …
Continue ReadingMerry Christmas, Recruiters! As we gather around the holiday season, it’s time to reflect on the year gone by and share a little cheer. Merry Christmas to all the recruiters out there! As we sip our eggnog and contemplate the challenges of the past year, I can’t help but feel I might be …
Continue ReadingUnderstanding Salary Bands for Java Developers in the USA Hello everyone, As we embrace the holiday season, I hope this message finds you well. Today, I want to dive into a topic that is crucial for both recruiters and hiring managers in the tech industry—salary bands for Java developers in the …
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