How did you handle critical feedback from senior engineers?

A behavioral question probing self-awareness, receptiveness to feedback, and professional growth. The interviewer specifically wants to avoid rehearsed STAR stories — expect follow-up probes that dig into specific details, your emotional reaction, and what concretely changed afterward.

Focus on: a real instance of critical (not just mild) feedback, your initial reaction (honest, not sanitized), the steps you took to address it, and the measurable outcome. Authenticity and specificity matter more than a polished narrative here.