Data Scientist

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Interview question list updated: September 19, 2024

Start with these three questions to get going:

How do you handle large datasets in Python?

Can you describe a challenging data science project you've worked on and how you handled it?

Tell me about a time when you used statistical analysis to solve a business problem. What was the outcome?

Complete the next five questions to be well prepared:

Describe a situation where you had to clean and organize a messy dataset. How did you approach it? Source

Have you ever implemented a machine learning model that had significant business impact? Walk me through the process.

Can you discuss a time when you had to explain complex data insights to a non-technical audience? How did you ensure they understood? Source

Tell me about a project where you had to work with a team of cross-functional stakeholders. What was your role and contribution?

Describe a time when you identified a data quality issue in a project. How did you address it?

Tackle these remaining questions for thorough preparation:

Can you share an example of when you had to make a critical decision based on data analysis? What steps did you take?

Discuss a time when you leveraged big data tools and technologies to derive insights. What challenge did you face and how did you overcome it?

Tell me about a situation where your data-driven recommendation was initially met with resistance. How did you handle it and what was the result?

Can you describe a challenging data analysis project you have worked on? What was your role and the outcome?

Tell me about a time when you had to clean a particularly messy dataset. What steps did you take to ensure accuracy? Source

Give an example of a business problem you solved using data science techniques. How did you approach it and what was the result?

Describe a situation where you had to explain your data analysis findings to a non-technical audience. How did you ensure they understood? Source

Have you ever encountered an unexpected obstacle while building a predictive model? How did you handle it?

Can you discuss an instance where you had to use a new tool or technology for a project? How did you learn and apply it?

Tell me about a time you improved an existing data process. What was the improvement and its impact?

Describe a situation where you had to collaborate with cross-functional teams. How did you ensure effective communication and alignment?

Give an example of a time when you had to ensure data privacy and security in your project. What measures did you take?

Can you share an experience where your data insights significantly influenced a business decision? What was the outcome?

What machine learning algorithms have you implemented? Source

How have you used data to elevate the experience of a customer or stakeholder? Source

How do you ensure that the changes you’re making to an algorithm are an improvement? Source

What’s your approach to validate a model you created to generate a predictive model of a quantitative outcome variable using multiple regression? Source

Before applying machine learning algorithms, what are the steps for data wrangling and data cleaning? Source