I guess that part of the reason to look at these tier-2 or 3 companies is that they have fewer products, and those products are all part of their core business,

I guess that part of the reason to look at these tier-2 or 3 companies is that they have fewer products, and those products are all part of their core business, so interviews can address relevant questions without obsolescence being a concern. I have no illusions about avoiding the FAANG hiring process if I want to work at a FAANG … but that’s why I’m avoiding them altogether.