I applied and didn’t hear back for two months. The recruiter was friendly but seemed unsure about the work model. Eventually, she confirmed it was hybrid, which matched my preferences. However, the next day, I was invited to a second interview with the hiring manager, who required in-person interviews—even this early in the process. Then, after scheduling the interview, the recruiter informed me that the role was actually fully in-office, with no remote work at all. The lack of transparency was a major red flag, so I withdrew my application.