Can you describe your experience with developing and optimizing software tools for data center compute environments?

How do you approach debugging and performance tuning in large-scale distributed systems?

What programming languages and technologies do you consider essential for this role, and why?

Tell me about a time when you had to adapt to a significant change in a project. How did you handle it?

Describe a situation where you had to work under pressure and how you managed to maintain your performance.

Can you share an experience where you had to learn a new technology quickly to meet project demands?

Describe a complex problem you solved in a data center environment and the approach you took.

How do you prioritize tasks when faced with multiple critical issues in a software tool?

Can you walk us through your process for troubleshooting a persistent bug in a software application?

How have you led a team through a challenging project, and what was the outcome?

Describe a time when you had to mentor a junior engineer. What strategies did you use?

How do you ensure that your team stays motivated and aligned with project goals?