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Proton criticized for expecting AI use in developer hiring process

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A mobile software developer was ghosted by Proton after a technical test for a role in Paris. After submitting an assignment to build a TODO list app with encryption, Proton's recruiters stated they expected the candidate to use AI to accelerate the project. The developer's collaborator expressed disappointment, hoping Proton would not emulate large tech companies. AI

IMPACT Highlights potential shifts in developer hiring expectations due to AI tools, impacting recruitment strategies.

RANK_REASON The item is a commentary on a hiring practice, not a direct announcement or release from a major AI lab or company.

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Proton criticized for expecting AI use in developer hiring process

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    RE: https:// mastodon.social/@404mediaco/11 7509377339919227 This is really sad, but also consistent with anecdotes we've encountered. A mobile software develop

    RE: https:// mastodon.social/@404mediaco/11 7509377339919227 This is really sad, but also consistent with anecdotes we've encountered. A mobile software developer we've collaborated with for years interviewed for a role at Proton in Paris. The initial technical test was about sys…

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