Questions that have appeared at Pinterest for an Engineering (Behavioral) interview.

1. Problem-solving Abilities

Question: Can you share an example of a complex problem you faced at your previous job and how you solved it?

Question: How do you tackle a problem when you first encounter it? What steps do you take to solve it?

Question: Can you describe a situation where you had to solve a problem without all the necessary information available?

2. Teamwork and Collaboration

Question: Tell us about a time when you had to work with a difficult team member. How did you handle the situation?

Question: Can you share an example of a project where you had to collaborate with other departments to achieve your objectives?

Question: How have you handled a situation where your team disagreed with you?

3. Leadership and Initiative

Question: Describe a situation where you took the lead on a project. What was the outcome?

Question: Can you provide an example of when you went above and beyond what was required in your role?

Question: Tell us about a time when you had to take a big initiative with a significant risk. What was the result?

4. Handling Pressure and Deadlines

Question: Can you describe a time when you had to handle a high-pressure situation? How did you manage it?

Question: Tell us about a time when you had multiple deadlines to meet. How did you prioritize?

Question: How do you manage your tasks when you have a tight deadline?

5. Adaptability and Learning

Question: Can you share an instance where you had to quickly adapt to a significant change at work?

Question: How do you keep yourself updated with the latest trends and technologies in the engineering field?

Question: Tell us about a time when you had to learn a new technology or tool for a project. How did you approach it?