I recently went through the initial interview process with Vertex Inc. for their India hiring. Honestly, it was a disappointing experience , its not because of the role itself, but because of the quality of leadership representing the company.
The person who interviewed me holds a senior director-level title, yet the conversation felt more like talking to a school going kid rather than someone capable of leading an engineering organization. There was a lack of technical depth, no clarity about the company or its vision, and a clear discomfort in handling questions that any senior engineer would normally ask.
Out of curiosity, I checked their professional background afterward and it only confirmed my concerns as no substantial experience leading engineering teams or building complex products. It felt like leadership was chosen for compliance, not competence.
I eventually rejected the offer because joining such an environment would have meant working in a culture that values obedience over innovation. If the intent is to build a strong India presence, then real, experienced leadership is critical. Surrounding teams with “yes-people” may create a comfortable illusion of control, but it kills innovation and drives strong talent away.
