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Requirements Engineer Lead

Trumbull, CT · On-site

$100K - $132K/yr

The Research and Development Digital Innovation team within CooperSurgical leads efforts to translate user needs into product solutions and define and document product development requirements. The

At Gentex, you'll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries.

Requirements Engineer Lead

Trumbull, CT

$100K - $132K/yr

The Research and Development Digital Innovation team within CooperSurgical leads efforts to translate user needs into product solutions and define and document product development requirements. The

Lead Requirements Engineer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$98K - $130K/yr

At SyberJet, we aren't just building planes-we're redefining the speed of business. As an emerging leader in aerospace, we've stripped away the corporate bureaucracy to make room for pure,

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Enterprise Requirements Engineer in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly

Responsibilities Peraton is seeking a Enterprise Requirements Engineer in our Linthicum, MD office in support of our Department of Defense (DoD) customer as part of a highly talented, highly

Responsibilities Peraton is delivering advanced mission planning, digital engineering, and commandandcontrol capabilities supporting the U.S. Government's space communications enterprise. Our team

Responsibilities Peraton is delivering advanced mission planning, digital engineering, and command-and-control capabilities supporting the U.S. Government's space communications enterprise. Our team

Responsibilities Peraton is delivering advanced mission planning, digital engineering, and commandandcontrol capabilities supporting the U.S. Government's space communications enterprise. Our team

Responsibilities Peraton is delivering advanced mission planning, digital engineering, and commandandcontrol capabilities supporting the U.S. Government's space communications enterprise. Our team

Responsibilities Peraton is delivering advanced mission planning, digital engineering, and commandandcontrol capabilities supporting the U.S. Government's space communications enterprise. Our team

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Software Requirements Engineer information

What engineers make $300,000 a year?

Senior software engineers, especially those with extensive experience, specialized skills, or working in high-paying industries like finance or tech, can earn $300,000 or more annually. High compensation often includes base salary, bonuses, and stock options, particularly in competitive markets or leadership roles.

What are the job requirements for a software engineer?

Software Requirements Engineers typically need a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a related field. They should have strong analytical skills, experience with requirements gathering, and proficiency in tools like UML or requirements management software. Knowledge of programming languages and understanding of software development life cycles are also important.

What engineer makes $500,000 a year?

Software Requirements Engineers typically do not earn $500,000 annually; such high salaries are more common among senior executives, specialized software engineers, or those in executive roles like CTOs. Top-tier software engineers with extensive experience, advanced skills in areas like AI or cybersecurity, and leadership responsibilities may reach high six-figure or low seven-figure compensation, often including bonuses and stock options.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Software Requirements Engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Software Requirements Engineer, you need strong analytical skills, in-depth understanding of software development processes, and a background in computer science or a related field. Familiarity with requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS, Jira, or Azure DevOps, and certifications like Certified Requirements Engineer (IREB) are highly valuable. Excellent communication, active listening, and stakeholder management skills help set professionals apart in this role. These skills are critical to accurately capturing user needs, ensuring project clarity, and facilitating effective collaboration between technical and non-technical teams.

What does a software requirements engineer do?

A software requirements engineer analyzes, documents, and manages the functional and non-functional requirements of software projects. They collaborate with stakeholders to ensure clear communication and use tools like requirement management software to track changes throughout the development process.

What are the common challenges faced by Software Requirements Engineers in their day-to-day work?

Software Requirements Engineers often encounter challenges such as ensuring clear communication between stakeholders, managing shifting priorities, and translating complex business needs into precise technical specifications. Collaborating across cross-functional teams, they may need to resolve misunderstandings or conflicting requirements to keep projects on track. Staying adaptable and detail-oriented is key, as requirements can evolve throughout the software development lifecycle. Successfully navigating these challenges is essential for delivering solutions that truly meet user and business goals.

What is a Software Requirements Engineer job?

A Software Requirements Engineer is responsible for gathering, analyzing, documenting, and managing software requirements throughout the development lifecycle. They act as a bridge between stakeholders, including business teams, developers, and quality assurance, to ensure the final product meets user needs. Their role involves creating detailed requirement specifications, validating requirements through stakeholder collaboration, and ensuring traceability from requirements to implementation. Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills are essential for success in this role.

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Requirements Engineer II

Requirements Engineer II

Gentex

Grand Rapids, MI • On-site, Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago


Gentex rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 63 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 143 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

At Gentex, you'll help create innovative technologies that improve how people live, travel, and stay connected. Join a company driven by quality products across an evolving range of industries.


POSITION OVERVIEW

The purpose of the Requirements Engineer II is to determine and document the requirements that a design must satisfy.

Location: This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

  • Consistently execute the processes for requirements engineering.
  • Provide technical input to peers within and outside the requirements engineering team.
  • Communicate work status to requirements engineering team and project team.
  • Solicit technical input from peers within and outside the requirements engineering team.
  • Collect requirements from external sources like regulations and customer specifications.
  • Collect requirements from internal sources like engineering users, product validation labs, and manufacturing.
  • Refine the requirements collected into a level of detail relevant to designers and verifiers.
  • Review requirements developed by other engineers to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.

HOW YOU'LL DO IT

  • Fostering teamwork - building effective partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
  • Communicating effectively - developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding, taking into account the unique needs of different audiences.
  • Personal accountability - keeping promises and honoring commitments, accepting responsibility for one's actions and assuming responsibility when dealing with problems, crisis, and issues.
  • Problem solving - defining a problem, determining the cause, identifying, prioritizing and selecting alternatives for a solution, and implementing a solution.
  • Maintaining a high level of confidentiality, honesty, and integrity with respect to company matters.
  • Complying with all Company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.

WHAT TO BRING

  • Bachelor's degree in Systems, Electrical, Computer or Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • 5 years technical experience in systems or software development or 2 years of experience with requirements management as primary responsibility.
  • Proficiency interpreting complex technical specifications, data sheets, and schematics.

WHAT WILL HELP

  • Experience creating scripts.
  • Experience with any of the following:
    • requirements management tools such as DOORS, Jama, Polarion, Capterra, Visure.
    • project management tools such as Jira, Rally, Azure Dev Ops.
    • systems engineering principles (full lifecycle engineering; INCOSE guidelines).
    • embedded software development (test, architecture, C or other coding).
    • electrical hardware development (microprocessors, power management).
    • digital communication buses (CAN, LIN, ARINC 429, Ethernet, RS-485).
    • processes conforming to standards such as ASPICE, DO-178C, DO-254.
    • functional safety development satisfying ISO 26262 objectives.
    • cybersecurity development satisfying ISO 21434 objectives.


Gentex is an equal opportunity employer

Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual's race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.


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Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at recruiting@gentex.com. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.


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