Lakshmi Mantena Data Science Manager · Ex-Meta
13+ years of experience · United States
About your mentor
I’m a former Data Science Manager at Meta with over 10 years of experience across product analytics, experimentation, causal inference, and machine learning. Over the years, I’ve coached and mentored professionals at every stage — from preparing for phone screens and onsite interviews to advancing their impact and leadership within companies like Meta, PayPal, eBay, and many more.
In our sessions, I simulate real interview scenarios tailored to your target role and level, offering both verbal and written feedback on structure, communication, and depth of analysis. Beyond interview preparation, I also work with data scientists, analysts, and managers to strengthen their day-to-day analytical thinking, cross-functional influence, and strategic storytelling — helping them grow and thrive in their current roles.
Whether you’re preparing for a product sense, SQL, or analytical execution round, a behavioral interview, or seeking ongoing mentorship to navigate career growth and influence, I adapt each session to meet your unique goals.
Let’s work together to help you grow with confidence and clarity — both in interviews and in your career journey.
Sessions
Career Transitioning MentorShip
60 min
Thinking about switching roles, industries, or moving into data science or analytics? In this session, I’ll help you assess your transferable skills, position your experience effectively, and build a clear, actionable transition plan. Book this session to gain clarity, confidence, and a roadmap to make your next career move successfully.
Behavioral MockInterview
60 min
Learn how to confidently tell your story and stand out in behavioral interviews. I’ll help you structure your responses using proven frameworks (like STAR and SOARR), highlight your impact, and communicate with clarity and confidence. Why book with me: As a former Data Science Manager at Meta with over a decade of experience leading interviews and mentoring professionals, I know what top tech companies look for.
Cross-Functional Leadership MockInterview
60 min
Learn how to lead with influence—drive alignment, communicate insights effectively, and partner confidently across product, engineering, and business teams. Why book with me: As a former Meta Data Science Manager, I’ve led and coached teams across multiple functions to deliver high-impact results. I’ll help you strengthen your leadership presence and collaboration skills to excel in cross-functional environments.
Metrics & KPIs MockInterview
60 min
Learn how to identify, define, and track the right metrics and KPIs for your product or business. I’ll help you frame metrics that align with strategy, differentiate input vs. output metrics, and use them to drive actionable insights. Book this session to build a strong analytical foundation and confidently discuss metrics in interviews or stakeholder meetings.
Expertise
- Data science
- Experimentation
- Causal inference
- Python
- SQL
- Leadership
- People management
- Product Analytics
- Fintech
- Ecommerce
- social media analytics
- Management
Professional journey
- ex-meta (current)
- meta
- ebay