I had two one hour interviews and completed design exercises they had requested. It was a time intensive process but I obliged them because I was genuinely interested in the position. The interviews went fine, the people seemed fine, and there were no major red flags for me. After I submitted my design exercises I heard from the recruiter stating, “ you’re in the final running for the position” and asked me a few more logistical questions. I answered the questions then never heard from them again. I even followed up with them a few days later but still no response or acknowledgment. Being ghosted when searching for a new job is unfortunately something that can happen from time to time, but after investing hours into their process and being told that I was in the “final consideration” I expected a follow up email even if it was to let me know I didn’t get the job. It left a really bad taste in my mouth and I think I dodged a bullet in the long run. (pun intended)