Computer Science Grad Walks Out Of Job Interview Over Salary

A computer science graduate had caused controversy after walking out of an interview when the interviewer refused to disclose the salary. The graduate, who has been applying for full-time work, said he would only ask about salary if it was kept secret in the first 15 minutes. When he asked a local startup about compensation, the interviewer said asking so early in the process was bad manners. The graduate disagreed and left the interview, causing the recruiter to attack him on LinkedIn. Some people believe he was justified in his actions, while others think he was rude. What do you think? AITA?

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A recent computer science graduate sparked a debate online after walking out of a job interview when the interviewer refused to discuss salary. The graduate, who has been applying for full-time positions, has been frustrated by companies that refuse to disclose compensation information upfront. The incident occurred during an interview with a local start-up where the interviewer claimed it was bad manners to bring up salary early in the process. The graduate promptly stood up and left. The recruiter who arranged the interview later attacked the graduate on LinkedIn, leading to a heated debate in the comments section. Some have praised the graduate for standing up for their worth, while others have called them an a**hole. What do you think? Join the conversation in the comments below.

NTA for walking out of job interview over salary dispute

Don’t settle for less! You did the right thing. NTA

Knowing the salary range before the interview is crucial.

Honesty is the best policy when it comes to salary negotiations

Employers posting large salary ranges is better than hiding salaries.

Valid question about salary, unprofessional to waste candidate’s time.

Knowing the salary range beforehand saves everyone’s time ⏰

Interviewee walks out after being denied salary expectation clarification

Companies should be transparent about salaries to save everyone’s time

Stand your ground and don’t fall for lowball tactics

Interviews are a two way street ️ #KnowYourWorth

NTA. Company should disclose salary range in job postings.

Don’t undersell yourself. Know your worth

Commenter sarcastically criticizes idea of working for job satisfaction over money

Don’t let companies waste your time, find a place that values you!

Demanding transparency on salary negotiations is fair and necessary

Standing up for fair pay

Demanding fair wages and transparency is important.

An insightful comment about the importance of transparency in job interviews.

Insightful advice from a seasoned tech professional

Competitive job market means pay should not be danced around.

Asking about salary range is important to not waste time ️

Employers need to realize that we all have bills to pay OP is definitely NTA for walking out.

Commenter supports NTA’s decision to walk out of interview.

Corporate ‘family’ rhetoric can hide low salaries.

Owner’s out-of-touch salary offer not worth computer science grad’s time

Pro tip: Ask about salary before or near the end

Interviews are two-way streets. NTA for walking out.

Legal requirement for disclosing salary range in job interviews.

Interviews are for assessing the company too

Knowing the pay before an interview is a must-have

Computer science grad walks out of job interview over salary

Talking about salary is not taboo, fair compensation is important

Fair compensation is important. Walking out was the right choice.

Asserting your worth and seeking transparency is always professional

Interviewer’s double standard sparks candidate’s exit

Asking about salary is normal . Dodging a bullet .

Demanding salary transparency: a bold move or a red flag?

Navigating salary negotiations with grace and professionalism

Balancing confidence with humility in a competitive job market

30 years in IT and still dealing with low balling

Building a reputation is crucial, but be tactful.

Demanding clear answers during job interviews.

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Breaking norms for fair salaries

Valuing your time and sticking to principles

Ask for salary range before interviews to avoid disappointment

Insider HR Tip: Disclose salary expectations in first interview.

Agreed! Let’s normalize fair compensation for all.

Always ask about salary beforehand to avoid disappointment later

Smart move! As a software dev, know your worth