Have you ever handled a high-performing but difficult team member?

Short answer: Yes, a senior dev was brilliant technically but often disregarded team input. I gave him ownership of a critical module but made it clear that collaboration and documentation were non-negotiable. I also encouraged him to present in sprint reviews to get him more visibility and accountability. Over time, he became more team-aligned.

Real-world example (ShopNest)

Managers care that you communicate early, protect quality, and help the ShopNest team deliver predictably.

Say this in the interview

1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.