It was similar to others. I applied online, was contacted by their internal recruiter, had phone interviews, then met with the hiring team in person. The people I met made me excited to work with them.

Applied and finally received a request for interview 5 months later. When asked for salary requirements, was told they were in line with the senior level position, and that they had flexibility to meet it with that bump up. Had already served as Senior level in two previous positions, so this was not a stretch. Was scheduled for several 45 minute interviews, which were rescheduled several times. Interviewers were pleasant explained the position and the hectic, fast-paced environment, so this was nice that it was clear from the beginning. When hiring manager reached out to recruiter, suddenly the Senior position was off the table and salary was 25% below requirements that had already been discussed. Recruiter did not communicate decision or explanation. Learned of decision from hiring manager. Was disappointed to have devoted hours to preparing and interviewing and then to end up this way.