Questions that have appeared at atlassian for an engineering (Behavioral) interview.

1. Teamwork

Question: Can you describe a situation where you had to work closely with others to solve a complex engineering problem?

Question: Have you ever worked with a team member who wasn't pulling their weight? How did you handle the situation?

Question: Can you share an example of a project that required collaboration with multiple teams or departments? How did you ensure effective communication and cooperation?

2. Conflict Resolution

Question: Describe a time when you disagreed with a team member about a technical approach. How did you resolve the issue?

Question: Can you tell me about a time when you had to deal with a challenging situation at work and how you resolved it?

Question: Have you ever had to mediate a dispute within your team? How did you handle it and what was the outcome?

3. Problem Solving

Question: Can you describe a challenging engineering problem you had to solve, and the steps you took to address it?

Question: Tell me about a time when you had to make a decision without all the information you needed. How did you handle it?

Question: Can you share an instance where you had to troubleshoot a persistent issue? What was your approach and how did you finally resolve it?

4. Innovation

Question: Can you tell me about a time when you introduced a new idea or a different approach to your team? How was it received?

Question: Describe a situation where you had to think outside the box to solve an engineering problem.

Question: Can you share an example of an innovative solution you proposed or implemented to improve a process or product?

5. Adaptability

Question: How do you handle changes in project scope or direction? Can you provide an example?

Question: Describe a time when you had to quickly adapt to a new technology or tool in order to meet a project deadline.

Question: Can you share an instance where you had to adjust your plans due to unforeseen challenges? How did you manage it?