Behavioral & Leadership (Meta, Data Scientist) — Onsite
Scenario
You are interviewing for a Data Scientist role and will be evaluated on past workplace behaviors and leadership skills. Use clear, structured responses that highlight impact.
Questions
-
Tell me about a time when you needed to pivot a project. What was your approach and outcome?
-
Describe a situation where you provided constructive feedback to a teammate. How did you deliver it and what was the result?
-
Give an example of a time you had to convince others to adopt your idea. How did you influence them?
-
A colleague feels unwelcome in the group. What actions would you take to improve the situation?
Guidance
-
Use the STAR framework (Situation, Task, Action, Result).
-
Emphasize communication, empathy, and measurable impact (metrics, timelines, risk reduction).