Hiring managers: is there a reason for an IC-level Data Analyst/Scientist to speak to every level of leadership?

I’ve been interviewing for DS and DA roles, none of whom are paying crazy $150K salaries, and I talk to at LEAST 6 people throughout the whole interview process, not including any take-homes or other assessments.

I get talking with the Hiring Manager and teammates, but what gets me is speaking to anyone 1-2 levels higher than the HM.

I ask because as lengthy as the interview process is, it only takes one person to say “no.” And quite frankly, …

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