Puneet Patwari shares his experiences from over 60 interviews at 11 tech companies, including Amazon and Atlassian. He highlights the importance of behavioral interviews and the prevalence of algorithmic coding challenges for senior roles. His journey sheds light on the competitive landscape for tech candidates today.

Large tech companies rely on complex systems, not individual heroics, for success. While engineers may feel compelled to improve inefficiencies, such efforts often go unrewarded and can be exploited by management for short-term gains. Ultimately, these companies are better served by addressing systemic issues rather than relying on individual contributions.