I got nervous during the technical assessment while having them watch me read and process the instructions. After bumbling around a little, but still making progress, they told me that “this isn’t what we are looking for.” Then they ended the interview.

Application submission. Initial screening (resume review). Technical assessment (coding challenge or test). Technical interview (coding problems, algorithmic analysis). Behavioral interview (communication skills, team dynamics). Cultural fit evaluation. On-site interview (whiteboarding, system design). Additional technical rounds (peer interview, architecture discussion). HR interview (compensation, benefits). Offer negotiation and acceptance.