I recently went through the interview process at InterSystems, and I must say it was one of the most frustrating and demoralizing experiences I've had. The process started with a TET test that felt completely irrelevant to the position I applied for. While I understand the need to evaluate candidates, the time provided for the test was insufficient, and it unfairly disadvantaged those without prior familiarity or practice with such formats.
What’s worse, there was no meaningful feedback on why I "failed," even though I felt I performed well. This lack of transparency is disappointing, especially when candidates invest significant time and effort into the process. It gives the impression that the company values rigid, automated filtering over human potential and qualities.
The approach felt impersonal and demeaning, as if candidates are expected to jump through hoops and beg for a job. Time is valuable, and the entire process seemed like a waste of resources with no regard for the candidates' efforts. If this is how they treat potential employees during recruitment, it raises serious concerns about how they treat staff once onboard.
Who would want to join a company that places more emphasis on arbitrary tests than on meaningful, human interaction? It's demoralizing and creates an environment where candidates feel undervalued and unappreciated.
InterSystems, if you're serious about attracting top talent, it’s time to rethink your hiring practices and inject some humanity into the process.