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Updated 8 Jan 2025

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I applied via Recruitment Consulltant and was interviewed in Nov 2021. There were 3 interview rounds.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. What is Non morkov processes
  • Ans. 

    Non-Markov processes are stochastic processes where the future state depends on more than just the current state.

    • Non-Markov processes violate the Markov property, which states that the future state depends only on the current state.

    • Examples of Non-Markov processes include autoregressive processes, hidden Markov models, and time series with long-term dependencies.

    • Non-Markov processes are more complex than Markov process...

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. Difference between Baysian and Frequentist statistics
  • Ans. 

    Bayesian statistics involves prior knowledge and updating beliefs, while frequentist statistics relies on probability and sampling.

    • Bayesian statistics uses prior knowledge to update beliefs about a parameter, while frequentist statistics relies on probability and sampling.

    • Bayesian statistics involves the use of Bayes' theorem, while frequentist statistics involves hypothesis testing and confidence intervals.

    • Bayesian st...

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Assignment 

The take home challenge included a data sets . The goal was to create a model to solve the given business case.

Round 3 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. What is bais-variance tradeoff? Explain P values to non technical and technical audience.
  • Ans. 

    Bais-variance tradeoff is the balance between overfitting and underfitting. P values measure the significance of statistical results.

    • Bais-variance tradeoff is the tradeoff between the model's ability to fit the training data and its ability to generalize to new data.

    • Overfitting occurs when the model is too complex and fits the training data too closely, resulting in poor performance on new data.

    • Underfitting occurs when...

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Topics to prepare for Sainsburys Data Scientist interview:
  • Python
  • Baysian stats
  • Over fitting
  • A/B test
Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - The interview was straight forward, on the point, no trick questions and really nice people

Skills evaluated in this interview

Data Scientist Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. for a data with 1000 samples and 700 dimensions, how would you find a line that best fits the data, to be able to extrapolate? this is not a supervised ML problem, there's no target. and how would you do it, if you want to treat this as a s... read more
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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Hackajob

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Coding test through Hackajob. 2 intermediate questions about fetching data from an API

Round 2 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Didnt make it to 2nd round

Software Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Bridge and torch problem : Four people come to a river in the night. There is a narrow bridge, but it can only hold two people at a time. They have one torch and, because it's night, the torch has to be used when crossing the bridge. Person... read more
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Release Manager Interview Questions & Answers

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posted on 18 May 2024

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why should we hire you ?
  • Q2. A time when you had to manager multiple stakeholders ?
Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Why you want to join Boots

Release Manager Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What would you do if there is a release scheduled tomorrow and QA identifies a bug and dev has fixed it in develop. This bug is critical for one of the application that is not widely used however this release involves several other key chan... read more
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Interview experience
3
Average
Difficulty level
Moderate
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Not Selected

I was interviewed in Feb 2024.

Round 1 - Assignment 

Sales data was given and I was required to predict future sales.

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Should work more on presentation, as they rejected me because of my presentation skills. I didn't have much idea what exactly they wanted me to present.

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Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - One-on-one 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Tell us about yourself
Round 2 - Aptitude Test 

Did really well more informal

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
Not Selected

I applied via Job Portal

Round 1 - Coding Test 

Spring boot related project and one DSA question

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Questions related to java development

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Data Engineer Interview Questions & Answers

user image Anonymous

posted on 26 Feb 2024

Interview experience
5
Excellent
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Pair programming for solve pyspark problem
  • Ans. 

    Pair programming in pyspark involves two programmers working together on the same code to solve problems efficiently.

    • Pair programming can help in brainstorming ideas and finding solutions faster.

    • It allows for immediate feedback and collaboration between team members.

    • One person can write the code while the other reviews and suggests improvements.

    • Pair programming can lead to better code quality and reduce errors.

    • Examples...

  • Answered by AI

Skills evaluated in this interview

Data Engineer Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. Optimal Strategy for a Coin Game You are playing a coin game with your friend Ninjax. There are N coins placed in a straight line. Here are the rules of the game: 1. Each coin has a value associated with it. 2. The game involves two players... read more
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Customer Manager Interview Questions & Answers

user image Amber Cooper

posted on 8 Jan 2025

Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
2-4 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Jan 2024. There were 2 interview rounds.

Round 1 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Why would you like to work for Sainsbury’s
  • Ans. 

    I would like to work for Sainsbury's because of its strong reputation, commitment to customer service, and opportunities for growth.

    • Sainsbury's has a strong reputation in the retail industry for quality products and excellent customer service.

    • I appreciate Sainsbury's commitment to sustainability and community involvement.

    • I see opportunities for career growth and development within Sainsbury's, which is important to me.

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  • Q2. What skills do you think you have
  • Ans. 

    I have strong communication, problem-solving, and relationship-building skills.

    • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

    • Strong problem-solving abilities

    • Ability to build and maintain relationships with customers

    • Experience in handling customer inquiries and complaints

    • Proficient in using CRM software to track customer interactions

  • Answered by AI
Round 2 - Technical 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. How would you manage a team
  • Ans. 

    I would manage a team by setting clear goals, providing support and resources, fostering open communication, and recognizing achievements.

    • Set clear goals and expectations for the team

    • Provide necessary support and resources for team members to succeed

    • Foster open communication and encourage feedback

    • Recognize and reward team achievements to boost morale

  • Answered by AI
  • Q2. How would you deal with difficult customers or colleagues
  • Ans. 

    I would remain calm, listen actively, empathize, and find a solution that meets their needs.

    • Remain calm and composed

    • Listen actively to understand their concerns

    • Empathize with their situation

    • Find a solution that meets their needs and resolves the issue

    • Seek assistance from a supervisor if necessary

  • Answered by AI

Customer Manager Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. What steps do you take to ensure accurate estimates for a project?
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
-
Process Duration
-
Result
-
Round 1 - Resume Shortlist 
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Keep your resume crisp and to the point. A recruiter looks at your resume for an average of 6 seconds, make sure to leave the best impression.
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Round 2 - Technical 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. How would you prioritise when there are competing priorities?
  • Ans. 

    I would prioritize based on impact, urgency, and alignment with company goals.

    • Assess the potential impact of each priority on key metrics or goals

    • Consider the urgency of each priority and any deadlines that need to be met

    • Evaluate how each priority aligns with the overall company goals and strategy

    • Communicate with stakeholders to understand their perspectives and priorities

    • Use a prioritization framework such as MoSCoW (...

  • Answered by AI
Round 3 - HR 

(1 Question)

  • Q1. Salary and cultural fit

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Q1. What are the growth hacks you would use to grow traffic?
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Situations where you provided good customer services?
  • Ans. 

    I have provided good customer service in various situations by actively listening, empathizing, and finding solutions to meet their needs.

    • Resolving a customer's issue with a product by offering a replacement or refund

    • Assisting a customer with navigating a website or online account

    • Handling a difficult customer with patience and professionalism

    • Following up with a customer to ensure their satisfaction with the service pro

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  • Q2. Scenario where you received good customer service?
  • Ans. 

    Received excellent customer service at a local restaurant

    • Staff greeted me warmly upon arrival

    • Waiter was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu

    • Manager personally checked in to ensure everything was satisfactory

  • Answered by AI

Interview Preparation Tips

Interview preparation tips for other job seekers - Keep calm and answer using the STAR method.

Customer Service Advisor Interview Questions asked at other Companies

Q1. How can you handle a Aggressive Customer?
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Interview experience
4
Good
Difficulty level
Easy
Process Duration
Less than 2 weeks
Result
Selected Selected

I applied via Company Website and was interviewed before Aug 2023. There was 1 interview round.

Round 1 - One-on-one 

(2 Questions)

  • Q1. Situations where you provided good service
  • Ans. 

    I provided good service by resolving a customer's issue promptly and effectively.

    • Listened actively to the customer's concerns

    • Offered a solution that met the customer's needs

    • Followed up to ensure the issue was fully resolved

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  • Q2. Situtations where you recieved good service
  • Ans. 

    I received good service when a restaurant staff went out of their way to accommodate my dietary restrictions.

    • Staff member listened attentively to my dietary needs

    • Offered alternative menu options

    • Checked in periodically to ensure satisfaction

  • Answered by AI

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Sainsburys Interview FAQs

How many rounds are there in Sainsburys interview?
Sainsburys interview process usually has 1-2 rounds. The most common rounds in the Sainsburys interview process are Technical, One-on-one Round and Resume Shortlist.
How to prepare for Sainsburys interview?
Go through your CV in detail and study all the technologies mentioned in your CV. Prepare at least two technologies or languages in depth if you are appearing for a technical interview at Sainsburys. The most common topics and skills that interviewers at Sainsburys expect are Equity Research, Global Sourcing, Merchandising, Software Configuration Management and Agile Coaching.
What are the top questions asked in Sainsburys interview?

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  1. What is bais-variance tradeoff? Explain P values to non technical and technical...read more
  2. Difference between Baysian and Frequentist statist...read more
  3. Situations where you provided good customer servic...read more

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3.7

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