Applied for a Senior Product Manager role and completed detailed screening questions via email before being invited to a recruiter screening call. The conversation quickly shifted away from the role I had applied for and towards a vague "potential" future opportunity that couldn't be clearly explained. We even discussed a possible salary range, but there was no job description, no defined role, and no concrete next steps. I was told I would need to apply if the role became available. The whole experience felt more like a pipeline conversation than a genuine screening for the advertised position. If a role is no longer available or the discussion is exploratory, I'd much rather know that upfront. Candidates invest significant time preparing, and clear expectations would make for a much better experience. Unfortunately, I received no follow-up or update.

There were four interview rounds—peer, associated team, hiring manager, and senior director—each lasting about 30 minutes. The interviewers were punctual, patient, and friendly, making the process itself positive. However, it has been nearly a month with no follow-up from HR, which significantly impacted the overall experience due to the lack of closure.