Described a cloud migration project that failed due to poor initial assessment of workload and team burnout. Shared how we underestimated data transfer times and some team members struggled with new technologies.

I mentioned our decision to accelerate deadlines, which led to lack of testing and ultimately a system crash during peak hours. The interviewer was engaged and asked about specific technical challenges and how we handled communication with stakeholders during the fallout.

I highlighted that we learned to better manage expectations and implement gradual rollouts instead of large-scale migrations, but they pressed further on how this experience shaped my leadership style. Outcome was neutral as the interviewer seemed thoughtful but not overly enthusiastic, leading me to believe the interview went okay but not standout.