A job description is a wish list, not a contract. Treat it accordingly.

The salary line

If a range is listed, it tells you the band. If it is not, that is itself information. Companies that hide salary often negotiate from weakness.

"Must have" versus "nice to have"

Almost every requirement is negotiable. Research shows people apply when they meet roughly 60% of a posting. Do not self-reject.

The fine print

Look for the workplace type, the location policy, and any line about travel or on-call. These reveal the real working conditions faster than the bullet list above them.