How To Master The Data Scientist Job Interview Process

Serafeim Loukas, PhD
7 min readFeb 15, 2023

Here is my personal view based on recent experience after getting interviewed by 4 companies and finally getting 2 offers for a Data Scientist role.

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Introduction

Data Science is a fast-growing field, and with the increasing demand for data scientists, it’s important to know how to ace the job interview process. The interview process for a data scientist position can be intense, and often involves several stages, from behavioral interviews to technical assessments.

However, with the right preparation, you can increase your chances of landing the job. In this article, we’ll be exploring some tips to help you master the data scientist job interview process, from researching the company to following up after the interview.

Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, these tips will give you the confidence and knowledge you need to succeed in the interview process and land the data science role of your dreams. This is based on my personal recent experience after getting interviewed by 4 companies and finally getting 2 offers for a Data Scientist role.

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Serafeim Loukas, PhD

Data Scientist @ Natural Cycles (Switzerland). PhD, MSc, M.Eng. Bespoke services on demand