Marketplace Tech Is using AI in job interviews cheating?
Apr 14, 2025
The rise of AI in coding interviews is stirring up debate about fairness. Many job seekers are turning to AI tools for an advantage, raising ethical concerns. Hiring managers are becoming increasingly aware of this trend and are reconsidering their interview strategies. The discussion also touches on the implications for skill development in a tech job market that's facing layoffs. Plus, lingering biases associated with AI in recruitment further complicate the hiring landscape.
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Cheating Suspicions
- Hiring managers have noticed applicants looking off-screen during coding tests.
- This suggests they are copying and pasting code generated by AI.
Embrace AI in Interviews
- Some companies now allow AI in interviews, mirroring real-world job scenarios.
- They reason that engineers often use AI, so interviews should reflect that.
Applicant Frustration
- Job applicants are using AI due to the overwhelming number of applications required and unpaid coding tests.
- Some feel using AI is justified since recruiters and the jobs themselves often utilize it.