Noise was not the reason. As VP of sales in a software company you sent red flags to the employer.
1. Following directions . ( You questioned it.... FAIL)
2. Improperly prepared for an online interview. You showed an inability for organization. ( Fail).
3. You displayed that you would need a lot of hand holding.
4. This is the hard line on why you lost right out of the gate. more

Your immediate reaction disqualified you. If they say in person you know. You could book a quiet conference room at a library or professional office... building. Big boy pants moment.  more

If it was a remote/online/virtual role,you could have technically disqualified yourself.
Also additionally lets learn to follow and adhere to... interview rules and procedures.. You can request for exceptional adjustments but if not granted kindly follow the available rules and standards by the organisation/interviewer and prepare yourself for the same ahead of time..
Just my humble opinion..  more

It does happen sometimes. But in a situation like that, it’s usually better to move to a quieter location that’s more suitable for the interview so... you can focus and present yourself well. Even if the interview is online, treating it like a formal meeting and preparing the environment ahead of time can make a big difference.

Also, the company wasn’t necessarily wrong to insist on an online interview. Employers generally have the right to conduct interviews in the format they prefer. And in many cases, rejection may be due to several factors, not just the noise, such as other candidates being a better fit or internal hiring decisions. So it might not have been only that one issue. more

Every interview has its objectives, during planning it was agreed to be done via online. Maybe it was junior staff conducting while the boss away, or... stakeholders wanted to follow up while in different locations. Many are job seekers and at times it's hard to blend what was agreed. Especially in employment matters more