AI interviews leave job candidates in the dark
Critics warn AI interviews are breaking an already broken hiring system.
An increasing number of startups are now using AI to conduct video job interviews, often without making this clear to applicants. Senior software developers are finding themselves unknowingly engaging with automated systems instead of human recruiters.
Applicants are typically asked to submit videos responding to broad interview prompts, including examples and case studies, often without time constraints or human engagement.
AI processes these asynchronous interviews, which evaluate responses using natural language processing, facial cues and tone to assign scores.
Critics argue that this approach shifts the burden of labour onto job seekers, while employers remain unaware of the hidden costs and flawed metrics. There is also concern about the erosion of dignity in hiring, with candidates treated as data points rather than individuals.
Although AI offers potential efficiencies, the current implementation risks deepening dysfunctions in recruitment by prioritising speed over fairness, transparency and candidate experience. Until the technology is used more thoughtfully, experts advise job seekers to avoid such processes altogether.
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