PermitFlow Operations Lead interview questions

The application process began with a diagnostic assessment (presented as a 20-minute task) immediately after submitting my application and cover letter. I completed that thoughtfully and moved on to a phone screening with a recruiter. Afterward, I was asked to complete a detailed assessment related to San Francisco ADU permitting, which I also submitted with care. Following that, I was scheduled for an interview with the Director of Operations. The first interview was canceled with a phone call beforehand, which I appreciated. We rescheduled for the same time the next day (Thursday), but the meeting was canceled again—this time at the exact minute it was supposed to begin. A recruiting email apologized and offered to reschedule. When we finally did reschedule, the Director didn’t show up. I waited on Zoom for 20 minutes (of a 20–30 minute call) and sent a polite email five minutes in, offering to stay on or reschedule—no reply, and no follow-up since. This process was incredibly unprofessional. Candidates are expected to invest hours completing assessments and preparing for interviews, only to be canceled on multiple times and ultimately ghosted. Having worked at a startup, I can confidently say this reflects what you’ll likely face inside the company: disorganization, a lack of communication, and upper management squeezing team members with little regard for their time or contributions. Save yourself the energy!