Data Scientist applicants have rated the interview process at WD with 2.7 out of 5 (where 5 is the highest level of difficulty) and assessed their interview experience as 82% positive. To compare, the company-average is 61.6% positive. This is according to Glassdoor user ratings.
Candidates applying for Data Scientist roles take an average of 31 days to get hired, when considering 11 user submitted interviews for this role. To compare, the hiring process at WD overall takes an average of 23 days.
Common stages of the interview process at WD as a Data Scientist according to 11 Glassdoor interviews include:
One on one interview: 20%
Skills test: 20%
Background check: 12%
Group panel interview: 12%
Personality test: 12%
Presentation: 12%
IQ intelligence test: 4%
Phone interview: 4%
Drug test: 4%
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First round is a phone call with recruiter,
Second round is meeting Hiring manager.
Final round was meeting the team on zoom. There is also a portal where you can track the progress
The interview process started with the interviewer going through my CV, focusing on my technical background and my Final Year Projects. They asked several questions related to Python( basic concepts).
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What is the difference between dictionary and lists
I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at WD in Jan 2026
Interview
The interview process was direct and efficient for both the interviewee and interviewer since it was held virtually. In regards with the interview questions, it was mostly focused on the process of how to create and deliver the model efficiently.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
What to do when the dataset is not enough to create the model?
The interview was very intuitive and straightforward. I was asked about my projects and experiences that I think was relevant for the job I was applying for. It was a welcoming environment and I had a lot of fun talking about my experiences and sharing my passion