Middle Software Engineer (Clojure)

Why Join Exadel

We’re an AI-first global tech company with 25+ years of engineering leadership, 2,000+ team members, and 500+ active projects powering Fortune 500 clients, including HBO, Microsoft, Google, and Starbucks.

From AI platforms to digital transformation, we partner with enterprise leaders to build what’s next.
What powers it all? Our people are ambitious, collaborative, and constantly evolving.

About the Client

A leading global digital banking platform and the largest neobank in Latin America, headquartered in Brazil. The company provides a mobile-first suite of financial services—including credit cards, savings accounts, and investments—designed to eliminate bureaucracy and high fees. By leveraging advanced data analytics and a customer-centric digital infrastructure, the organization delivers transparent and accessible financial solutions to millions of users across Brazil, Mexico, and Colombia.

What You’ll Do

• Design, build, and evolve horizontally scalable microservices using Clojure and hexagonal architecture
• Develop event-driven systems leveraging Apache Kafka and asynchronous communication patterns
• Build resilient, fault-tolerant distributed systems in cloud-native environments
• Work with modern immutable data stores such as Datomic and DynamoDB
• Write clean, maintainable, and well-tested code using TDD/BDD methodologies and CI/CD practices
• Operate within AWS and Kubernetes environments while embracing a strong DevOps culture
• Utilize REPL-Driven Development to support fast feedback loops and iterative engineering practices
• Participate in architectural discussions, code reviews, and continuous platform evolution initiatives
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams in highly technical, low-bureaucracy environments

What You Bring

• 2+ years of experience in backend software engineering
• Hands-on experience with Clojure or strong exposure to functional programming languages such as Elixir, Scala, Haskell, F#, Lisp, or similar
• Experience building RESTful APIs and microservices architectures
• Solid understanding of distributed systems and asynchronous communication patterns
• Familiarity with immutability, persistent data structures, and functional design principles
• Experience with automated testing frameworks and CI/CD pipelines
• Ability to work effectively within agile, cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and ownership mindset

Nice to have

• Experience with ClojureScript (CLJS)
• Knowledge of React, React Native, or TypeScript for full-stack contributions
• Experience within banking, payments, Open Finance, or core banking platforms
• Familiarity with Datomic, DynamoDB, or immutable database technologies
• Experience with Terraform, Docker, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices
• Background in observability, monitoring, and reliability engineering

English level

Advanced or fluent English communication skills

Legal & Hiring Information

• Exadel is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion across minority, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, and more
• Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions
• Please note: this job description is not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may evolve based on business needs

Your Benefits at Exadel

Exadel benefits vary by location and contract type. Your recruiter will fill you in on the details.

• International projects
• In-office, hybrid, or remote flexibility
• Medical healthcare
• Recognition program
• Ongoing learning & reimbursement 
• Well-being program
• Team events & local benefits 
• Sports compensation 
• Referral bonuses 
• Top-tier equipment provision

Exadel Culture

We lead with trust, respect, and purpose. We believe in open dialogue, creative freedom, and mentorship that helps you grow, lead, and make a real difference. Ours is a culture where ideas are challenged, voices are heard, and your impact matters.