How do you handle overlapping responsibilities in a cross-functional team?

Short answer: Clear role definitions help. But in cases where roles overlap—say, a backend dev also tweaking UI—I clarify ownership during sprint planning. If overlap continues, I document boundaries and rotate tasks so everyone stays aligned and feels involved without stepping on toes.

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.