[mkr-hn]

I would have gone this way: "I'm a popular, fit, and well-respected engineer. Given your description for the CTO position, I may not be the right fit. Is the dated stereotype vital to the role, or are you flexible?"

Gives them a chance to save face (or prove it's not a good work environment).

[nickysielicki]

I definitely should have put a bit more thought into sending that email, it comes across as abrasive and I don't like to think of myself as that kind of person. One of my biggest faults is that I'm much too keen on burning bridges.

In their defense, looking through my inbox just now, I noticed they later sent out an email with everything the same, except for including a more positive remark regarding their tech position. I think they realized it was out of line.

> Moocho Campus CTO

> Do you have an aptitude for technology? Always looking for the next best thing? Do friends call you to fix their computer? Moocho is looking for a tech-savy Campus Tech Officer for Wisconsin and we want you to apply.

With that being said, I don't think I'm missing out on an opportunity of a lifetime there. I should be more considerate, though.