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SQL & Data ManipulationStart here. 9 questions + 1 drill · ~88 min
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Metrics3 questions · ~26 min
First Checks for Metric DropsEasy

Outline the first checks to diagnose a sudden drop in a core product metric, starting with data quality, scope, and decomposition.

Lagging IndicatorsLeading IndicatorsDiagnosisBristlecone
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Coding9 questions · ~78 min
Interface vs Abstract ClassEasy
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Explain how interfaces and abstract classes differ in purpose, inheritance model, and implementation sharing.

ArraysStringsBristlecone
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Strategy4 questions · ~35 min
Tell Me About YourselfEasy

Tests your ability to deliver a clear, relevant introduction tailored to the role at Aqr.

Competitive AnalysisGo-to-MarketBristlecone
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Execution9 questions · ~78 min
Scalable and Maintainable CodeMedium
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Tests engineering practices for architecture, code quality, testing, and long-term maintainability.

code qualityscalabilityBristlecone
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Machine Learning4 questions · ~35 min
Hyperparameter Tuning for BoostingMedium

Tests your approach to tuning, validation, and avoiding overfitting for tree-based boosting models.

Hyperparameter TuningBristlecone
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More topics12 questions · ~105 min
Common Pitfalls in Experiment ResultsHard

Identify the main pitfalls that can distort A/B test interpretation and explain how to guard against them.

PeekingNovelty EffectSample Ratio MismatchBristlecone
End-to-End ML PipelineMedium

Tests your end-to-end ML engineering workflow, including data, modeling, validation, and deployment.

data processingdeploymentBristlecone
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