Rejection email after ho

I received a rejection email today, and I’m feeling completely gutted. After they told me I was their top candidate, I met with team members, toured the facility, and even had a conversation with HR about the benefits package and a possible start date before the holidays. I was genuinely excited about the opportunity.

I felt I performed well in the coding interview, and the technical manager seemed impressed with my approach and problem-solving skills. The team also showed great enthusiasm when discussing our shared interests.

It’s hard to come to terms with this outcome, especially since I didn’t negotiate the salary because I was happy with what they were offering. I truly believed this was a great match for both me and the company.

If anyone has been through something similar, I would appreciate any words of empathy or advice on how to move forward from here.