Interview Questions

Lee F. - "If this is not a project, we should first establish a memorandum of understanding that gives us a sense of their availability, skills, minimum and maximum levels of support, and other parameters that would govern their involvement. With a project in hand, the same understandings need to be achieved or renewed before project commitment to see if tech/DS can fulfill the need. You owe it to your partners to provide them with as much clarity about the project as you can: its goals, scope and deadlin"See full answer

Brad G. - "I would think about the following Inventory make up Localization for Quebec Device type distribution Price comparison algorithm is tuned correctly Dealer’s ability to merchandise their products The answer is thinking through all these potential issues with the car buyer funnel to identify why potential buyers in Canada are converting at a lower rate. "See full answer

Chen J. - "Leetcode 347: Heap + Hashtable Follow up question: create heap with the length of K instead of N (more time complexity but less space )"See full answer

Exponent - "We've identified the problem as a Design a Product question. Use the following framework for tackling these types of questions: Ask Clarifying Questions Identify users, behaviors, and pain points State product goal Identify current solutions Brainstorm new solutions Evaluate solutions Measure success Summarize We'll go through each of these step by step. Ask Clarifying Questions The PM interview isn't about your ability to come up w"See full answer

Exponent - "This is another Diagnosis problem. To answer this question, we suggest you use our framework (along with the TROPIC method) to be as thorough as possible. The framework is as follows: Ask clarifying questions List potential high level reasons Gather Context (TROPIC)Time Region Other features / products (internal) Platform Industry / Competition Cannibalization Establish a theory of probable cause Test theories Propose solutions Summarize "See full answer

Sri H. - "First of all, are some of these hypothetical questions? Doesn't sound like a recent Meta Analytical/Execution and rather is a strategy question but you can lead someone from a decision to an execution, I guess!"See full answer

Soniya S. - "Yes"See full answer

S H. - "Clarifications Only travellers to be considered? Or should we consider work staff, people who come to receive and see off people when they are traveling? → In essence who is considered to the count? → Assumption, only travellers. If not then you have to consider, staff (ATC, Security, Airlines ground staff, Customs, shop employees, airport staff etc.) making the estimate very difficult, But If I had to guess I would say 5% of total travellers across all the staffing categories. Estimate"See full answer

Ozark - "Make it easier for creators to create content by introducing easier to use tools such as : video editor, filters, audio/video mixing using different layover speeds. This would encourage new creators to jump onto the spotlight bandwagon. Make it easier for consumers of spotlight content to search relevant content that they would find entertaining and keep coming back for. Build recommendation algorithms that suggests content that users are likely to enjoy based on their view /engagement his"See full answer

Surbhi G. - "Ensure immediate safety: The first priority is to secure the vehicle and its occupants by stopping the engine, activating hazard lights, and unlocking doors. Assess the situation: The car evaluates the extent of damage, determines its location, and checks on the status of passengers. Call for help: Based on the assessment, the car calls emergency services if necessary and notifies the manufacturer. Collect and store accident data: This is crucial for later analysis and potential legal pu"See full answer