Assess Cultural Fit Through Behavioral Interview Questions | Lyft Interview Question
Assess Cultural Fit Through Behavioral Interview Questions
Overview
This question evaluates a data scientist's behavioral and leadership competencies, specifically influence without formal authority, alignment with organizational core values, and resilience in recovering from data project setbacks.
Lyft
Aug 4, 2025, 10:55 AM
Data Scientist
Onsite
Behavioral & Leadership
19
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Onsite Behavioral & Leadership Interview — Data Scientist
Scenario
1-on-1 conversation with the hiring manager to assess cultural fit and past experiences.
Questions
Describe a time you influenced product direction without formal authority. What was the outcome?
Which of Lyft’s core values resonates most with you, and why?
Tell me about a setback on a data project and how you recovered.
Guidance
Use clear Situation–Action–Result storytelling.
Focus on collaboration, customer impact, and measurable outcomes.