Should I give interview when I know I won't join them ?

I have got a full time job offer (SDE 1) from a startup who are offering good pay and wfh. But I was uncertain whether I'll get this offer or not so reached out to another startup and after screening they have scheduled technical interviews. They are offering the same pay and wfo in Bangalore. I've accepted the offer from 1st company by considering multiple factors like product, wlb, culture, growth, etc. So now should I appear for interviews in the 2nd company or I should tell them beforehand ? I feel it will be a waste of time for that company and it'll be hard for me to tell no in the end as they told their offer and benefits beforehand, and I had reached out to them with interest. What should I do ?

tzr

Vercel

a year ago

If you've time, give the interview. It'll be good practice.

linux

Stealth

a year ago

I know the recruiter personally, so I feel it will be harsh to go through all stages and then tell no. This is the only confusion for me

arbitdxc

Mentor/Advisor

a year ago

@linux deep in your heart, you know the answer and what to do. Follow your heart.

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MrWane

Stealth

a year ago

If you are not interested to join and happy with your current job. Why waste your time and the other person? Rather, give this opportunity to someone who's need of it. If you don't need it and don't get into interviewing, there are chances that others who are genuinely looking for a job actually get a chance to Interview and potentially get the opportunity.

Darkmatter

BYJU'S

a year ago

If the second company pays you higher, would you join ? If yes then tell them you have a offer and will interview only if paid higher. If you won't join even on higher offer, and are not tired of interviews, give it, will be good practice. If you're tired, then say no.

AvgRasmalaiEnjoyer

Amazon

a year ago

If you would not be joining one of the companies, would you be kind enough to refer a friend of mine who is also looking for opportunities as an SDE 1? Terrific profile, international internships at leading startups, great CP profile. Thanks in advance 🙏

linux

Stealth

a year ago

Sure, tell them to dm me on telegram @bit_shredder

Jake_Peralta

Stealth

a year ago

Is the second recruiter aware about the first job offer ? If no, you have leverage right there.

linux

Stealth

a year ago

They don't know, I got the offer after phone screening from 2nd company, where they had asked if I have any offer, but I didn't have at that time.

Mehanti

Stealth

a year ago

If you got the offer and rolled out the process so tell 2nd recruiter ASAP so that they can give chance to other needies.