The interview process was extensive and included multiple rounds of interviews, a written exercise, a panel interview, a senior leadership interview, and professional reference checks. While the interview team was professional and provided thoughtful feedback, I was disappointed that reference checks were requested and completed before a final hiring decision was made. Reference checks require time and effort from professional contacts, and many candidates may reasonably interpret that stage as indicating they are under final consideration for an offer. Candidates should be prepared for a significant investment of time throughout the process, including the completion of a written exercise and multiple interview rounds. One positive aspect of the experience was receiving detailed and constructive feedback after the decision, which is not always common in hiring processes.