FAQ

Does a Meta AI background guarantee success at a seed‑stage startup?
No. The debrief at Cerebro AI showed that research depth without product execution signals leads to a “fail” vote, despite impressive papers.

What red flag should I watch for in the compensation discussion?
When the candidate pushes senior‑IC equity (0.25 %+) against a seed‑stage offer (0.07 %), the HC records “compensation mis‑alignment” and often vetoes.

How many interview rounds are typical for a founding engineer role?
Four rounds: phone screen, system design, product sense, culture fit. The Cerebro AI loop used this exact sequence in Q2 2024.

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