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People Data Scientist Interview Questions

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Product SenseStart here. 4 questions · ~32 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 valuePeople
Measuring Recommendation QualityMedium

Assesses ability to define actionable evaluation metrics for recommendation systems.

user experiencePeople
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A/B Testing & Experimentation4 questions · ~32 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 MismatchPeople
Determine A/B Test Sample SizeHard

Determine A/B test sample size from baseline rate, MDE, significance level, and power, then validate the calculation through simulation.

experiment designMDEexperimental designPeople
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Behavioral & Leadership4 questions · ~32 min
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More topics4 questions · ~32 min
RANK vs DENSE_RANK in LeaderboardsEasy

Explain how RANK() and DENSE_RANK() handle ties differently in ordered SQL results such as leaderboards.

Window FunctionsRankingData WranglingPeople
Investigate User Engagement DeclineMedium

Investigate a 15% engagement decline by decomposing the metric, isolating root causes, and proposing actions.

RetentionDiagnosisEngagement MetricsPeople
Applying Statistical SignificanceMedium

Assesses your understanding of hypothesis testing and decision-making from results.

Data AnalysisStatistical SignificancePeople
Explain p-Values SimplyMedium

Tests communication clarity and correct interpretation of hypothesis testing concepts.

CommunicationStatistical SignificanceP-ValuesPeople

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