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Software Requirements Specialist

Zürich
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Employment type Permanent
Industry Public
Location Zürich
Remote from abroad? No
Home office? Flexible
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Tasks and responsibilities
  • Analyze and translate business needs into clear, structured technical requirements and system specifications
  • Collaborate with product owners, analysts, developers, and project managers to shape web-based applications and interfaces
  • Document data models, define APIs (primarily REST), and describe system processes in a technically precise and developer-friendly format
  • Act as a communication bridge between business application teams and software development teams throughout project lifecycles
  • Assess technical feasibility of solutions and contribute to architectural and design discussions
  • Ensure requirements and technical documentation are consistent, complete, and aligned with project goals
  • Provide support and guidance to departments in selecting and implementing technical solutions

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Must-have criteria
  • Degree in computer science, business informatics, or a related technical discipline—or equivalent practical experience
  • Strong background in software requirements engineering, particularly in web-based project environments
  • Practical experience in defining and documenting RESTful APIs
  • Previous hands-on experience as a software developer, with a good understanding of developer workflows and technical constraints
  • Solid knowledge of software architecture principles, relational database design, and interface technologies
  • Structured, analytical, and solution-oriented working style, with the ability to manage complex technical concepts

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Nice-to-have criteria
  • Experience in environments with structured governance, such as universities, research institutions, or public organizations
  • Familiarity with enterprise application landscapes and integration patterns
  • Knowledge of tools and methodologies for technical documentation and requirements traceability

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Language requirements
  • German (C1+)
  • English (B2+)

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