--- title: 'Lead Software Engineer in Test (SDET) at Flash' canonical: 'https://feeny.ai/job/lead-software-engineer-in-test-sdet-flash-santo-domingo-rjb6wyndwkxs' type: 'job' last_seen: '2026-09-05' --- # Lead Software Engineer in Test (SDET) at Flash - **Company:** Flash - **Location:** Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic - **Posted:** 2026-05-14 - **Last confirmed live:** 2026-09-05 - **Apply:** https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/flash/jobs/5221240008 ## Job description Help us change the way the world parks Parking isn’t just about spaces – it’s about creating seamless experiences, sustainable solutions, and smarter cities. At Flash, we’re not just thinking about today’s parking challenges; we’re actively shaping the future of parking + charging. Join us in transforming the way the world parks. Join Our Flash Team as a Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) in the Dominican Republic! Flash is seeking a visionary and deeply technical Lead Software Development Engineer in Test (SDET) to serve as the principal technical authority for our QE Enablement team. This is the highest-level individual contributor role at Flash, designed for a recognized expert in software architecture, automation, and quality engineering. As a Lead SDET, you will serve as the technical right hand to the Engineering Manager, architecting mission-critical QE initiatives and setting the technical vision for our next-generation frameworks. This is an engineer-first leadership role. You will act as a force multiplier, influencing technical direction across the entire engineering organization and spearheading the adoption of cutting-edge practices, including AI-driven testing. You will personally tackle the most ambiguous and complex technical challenges while fostering a culture of technical excellence through high-level mentorship and governance. Location: Office is at Metro Plaza, Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic Travel: 0% Language: Spoken and written fluency in English and Spanish required What You'll Do: - QE Architecture: Architect, design, and prototype highly scalable test automation frameworks and infrastructure to be leveraged across the entire engineering organization. - Technical Vision & Strategy: Partner with Engineering Leadership to define the long-term technical roadmap for QE, evangelizing the adoption of new tools and AI/ML paradigms. - Cross-Functional Leadership: Act as the primary technical consultant for quality across multiple teams, guiding them in solving the most difficult automation and testability problems. - Setting Technical Standards: Establish and govern coding standards, architectural best practices, and quality gates for all QE-related projects. What You Bring: Technical Skills - 8+ years of experience in software development with a proven track record of architecting large-scale test automation initiatives. - Expert-level skills in software architecture, design patterns, and programming (TypeScript and/or C# preferred; Java/Python a plus). - Expert-level experience building frameworks from the ground up using multiple tools (Playwright preferred; Selenium, Cypress, or Appium acceptable). - Deep expertise with CI/CD systems, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and cloud infrastructure (AWS preferred). - Deep experience testing at the API and Database layers (SQL, MSSQL, Oracle) and designing test data strategies. - Authoritative knowledge across all testing types, including performance and security testing. - Proven experience leveraging AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, Gemini) to improve engineering efficiency. - Strong understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies - Experience working in AWS environments (preferred) - Familiarity with Linux environments (in addition to Windows) is a plus - Exposure to mobile testing is a plus Soft Skills - Strategic Thinking: Ability to translate business requirements into long-term, scalable technical architecture. - World-class Communication: Ability to build consensus and drive technical decisions at all levels of the organization. - Technical Mentorship: Natural ability to guide senior engineers and foster a culture of continuous learning. - Solution-Oriented: Comfortable working from broad direction and driving toward clear, high-impact outcomes. - Collaborative Influencer: Able to constructively challenge requirements and advocate for quality-centric engineering practices. Qualifications: - 8+ years of experience in software development with a heavy focus on automated testing and architecture - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field - Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field is a bonus - Bi-lingual in Spanish and English, written and spoken Company Benefits and Perks: - Hybrid role at our new office at Metro Plaza - Legal Dominican benefits - Supplemental Private Medical Insurance (HUMANO) - Gym subsidy - Meal subsidy - Competitive salary - Annual vacation bonus Flash is committed to working with the broadest talent pool possible. We believe diverse ideas foster innovation and engagement, allow us to attract creatively-led people, and to develop the best products, services and solutions. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Every qualified individual is encouraged to apply to join our team. ## About Flash ## Company Overview - **One-liner**: Flash provides a cloud-native parking and EV charging platform that connects asset owners, operators, and drivers through AI-powered technology and a demand network. - **Entity Type**: Private (Series unknown; total funding ~$398M–$453M) - **Headquarters**: Austin, Texas, United States - **Founded**: 2011 - **Founders**: Sam Goodner and Dan Sharplin ## Core Business - **Primary industry**: Parking technology, mobility infrastructure, electric vehicle charging - **Target customers**: B2B – commercial real estate owners, airports, hotels, municipalities, healthcare facilities, higher education, and national enterprises - **Mission**: To connect all parking places and people with the platform and partnerships that deliver unmatched value. Vision: Create the world’s largest parking + charging ecosystem where a seamless driver experience benefits everyone. ## Products & Services - **Flash Platform (End-to-End Parking + Charging)**: - **Find**: AI-powered personalized parking recommendations direct drivers to the right location. - **Reserve**: Drivers reserve and pay through apps, ticket platforms, and vehicle interfaces (no new app required). Integrations include Google Maps, Waze, and Ticketmaster. - **Park**: AI-powered cameras for frictionless entry/exit with security. - **Pay**: Fast transactions with preferred payment methods; data insights for pricing optimization. - **Charge**: Seamless EV charging reservation and payment alongside parking, turning charging into a revenue stream. - **Repeat**: Opt-in license plate recognition for automated entry/exit/payment. - **PARCS (Parking Access & Revenue Control Systems)**: Hardware and software for parking gates, pay stations, and enforcement. - **Business Intelligence**: Data and analytics tools for yield management and operational insights. ## Market Standing - **Valuation**: Not publicly disclosed. - **Key Metric**: Total funding (reported as ~$452.85M by CB Insights; confirmed rounds include $3M seed, $60M (L Catterton Growth Fund), $85M (Vantage Infrastructure SPV), and $250M (Vista Equity Partners)). - **Notable Investors/Partners**: Vista Equity Partners, Vantage Infrastructure, L Catterton Growth Fund; channel partners include Google, Waze, Ticketmaster. - **Growth Signals**: - 17,000+ parking locations, 450M+ driver touchpoints, 1.5B+ transactions. - 736 employees (LinkedIn); job postings up 140% year-over-year (12 active postings). - Headcount slightly declining (-0.8% yearly) but hiring accelerating. ## Competitive Advantages - **Cloud-native, AI-powered platform**: Full-stack software + purpose-built hardware for parking and EV charging. - **Demand network**: Massive reach (450M+ driver touchpoints) and integrations with Google Maps, Waze, and Ticketmaster – provides instant demand to asset owners. - **End-to-end ecosystem**: From find to repeat, including EV charging; single platform for revenue optimization. - **National support, local presence**: Regional offices and field technicians for rapid deployment and support. ## Strategic Focus - Continue expanding the parking + charging ecosystem by onboarding more assets and deepening partnerships. - Leverage AI for personalized routing, dynamic pricing, and operational automation. - Grow EV charging revenue streams and integrate further with mobility platforms. ## Why Work Here - **Culture**: Core values include Unreasonable Hospitality, Transparency, Empathy, Action, and Hard Work. Emphasis on belonging with employee resource groups (Flash Organizations). - **Work environment**: Flexible work location options; offices with fully stocked kitchens. Remote/hybrid options available. - **Benefits**: - Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance. - 401(k) with pre-tax and Roth options (Fidelity). - Flexible paid time off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays. - Short-term disability and basic life/AD&D insurance. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP). - Equity Incentive Plan (stock options) and Employee Referral Program. - **Perks**: Employee celebrations for birthdays, work anniversaries, new family additions. - **Engineering culture**: Rapidly scaling team working on cloud-native, AI-driven mobility infrastructure. ## Sources 1. [flashparking.com - Home](https://www.flashparking.com/) 2. [flashparking.com - About](https://www.flashparking.com/about/) 3. [flashparking.com - Careers](https://www.flashparking.com/careers/) 4. [cbinsights.com - Flash](https://www.cbinsights.com/company/flashparking) 5. 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