Interview questions asked at DE Shaw

How do you promote ethical behavior and accountability in your management practices?

How would you promote continuous feedback and improvement within the HR department?

What steps would you take if a team member was missing deadlines?

How do you build and maintain a positive team culture?

How do you define media relations?

What are the key elements of a press release?

How do you integrate lessons from past projects into your current practices?

Can you describe your experience with strategic planning in past roles?

What is a defect lifecycle?

Can you describe a time you led a cross-functional team to achieve a goal?

Describe a time you made an unpopular decision. How did you manage and maintain team morale?

How do you handle a key team member being suddenly unavailable?

How do you assess a candidate’s soft skills during an interview?

What is the purpose of a test summary report?

How do you ensure effective communication in a project team?