Comprehensive Airbnb Senior Data Scientist Interview Preparation Guide
Data Scientist
Airbnb
Senior
7 rounds
Updated 11/22/2025
Airbnb's Data Scientist interview process is comprehensive and multi-stage, designed to assess technical depth, product understanding, machine learning expertise, and cultural fit. The process includes a recruiter screening, technical phone assessment, take-home data analysis challenge, and a virtual on-site 'Data Loop' consisting of four in-depth rounds: live coding, product and A/B testing case study, ML system design, and behavioral assessment. For senior-level candidates, the bar is set high for technical excellence, complex problem-solving, and the ability to drive strategic business impact through data-driven solutions.
Interview Rounds
1
Recruiter Screening
30 min4 focus topicsculture fit
2
Technical Phone Screen
30 min5 focus topicstechnical
3
Take-Home Data Analysis Challenge
1440 min4 focus topicscase study
4
Onsite Technical Interview - Live Coding Round
75 min5 focus topicstechnical
5
Onsite Interview - Product Sense & A/B Testing Round
60 min5 focus topicscase study
6
Onsite Interview - Machine Learning System Design Round
75 min6 focus topicssystem design
7
Onsite Interview - Behavioral & Cultural Fit Round
60 min4 focus topicsbehavioral
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