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Macquarie Group Data Scientist Interview Questions

The questions to prepare for a Macquarie Group Data Scientist interview. Questions from real interview reports rank first. Updated daily.

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A/B Testing & ExperimentationStart here. 5 questions · ~41 min
Network Interference in Collaboration TestMedium

Explain when network interference threatens an A/B test, how it biases estimates, and how to redesign the experiment safely.

Network InterferenceExperimentationA/B TestingMacquarie Group
Avoid Pitfalls in Online ExperimentsHard

Explain common online experimentation pitfalls and how to design, analyze, and decide in ways that avoid false wins.

Network InterferenceNovelty EffectSample Ratio MismatchMacquarie Group
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SQL & Data Manipulation3 questions + 3 drills · ~55 min
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Behavioral & Leadership5 questions · ~41 min
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More topics4 questions · ~33 min
Define Metrics for New FeaturesMedium

Define a success metric for a new feature that captures real user value, not just raw usage.

MetricsFeature Prioritizationuser valueMacquarie Group
Statistical Significance in Hypothesis TestingEasy

Explain what statistical significance means and why it matters when interpreting experimental or analytical results.

Hypothesis TestingData AnalysisStatistical SignificanceMacquarie Group
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 IndicatorsDiagnosisMacquarie Group
Balancing Engagement and RetentionMedium

Assesses how you define and prioritize product metrics across competing time horizons.

Trade-offsuser retentionEngagement MetricsMacquarie Group
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