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Senior Software Engineer, Finance (Clojure)

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$126.30K - $166.50K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Unified Platform (UP) team. UP consolidates ... Strength in at least one of Clojure or Python. We have a large Clojure codebase and a growing ...

Senior Software Engineer, Finance (Clojure)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$126.20K - $166.40K/yr

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join our Unified Platform (UP) team. UP consolidates ... Strength in at least one of Clojure or Python. We have a large Clojure codebase and a growing ...

Java Developer Location: Santa Clara, CA Duration: Long Term 2+ years coding experience in an object-oriented language (C#, Java, Python, etc.) or a functional language (Clojure, Scala) Some web ...

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Sr. Scala Developer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$53 - $70/hr

Louis, Missouri 08-03-2015 Senior Scala Developer w/hands-on experience writing Scala architecture on OS X and AWS models -- experience coding in Clojure, Java, and/or Python also a plus. Client is ...

Senior Software Engineer

New York, NY

$134K - $176.70K/yr

We are small developer-focused company working on a distributed real-time platform. If you have ... Java, Scala and/or Clojure, Python AMQP, MongoDB, Redis Strong Unix Skills Bonus Technologies: XMPP ...

Big Data Analytics Developer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$51.50 - $66.75/hr

Big Data / Analytics Developer 12 Months+ St. Louis, Missouri 08-03-2015 Senior Big Data Analytics ... well as Java and Clojure. Must have a strong understanding of data modeling in both Remote ...

Experience managing teams working with functional programming languages, specifically Clojure.Experience building internal tools or platform systems.Familiarity with multiple programming languages (e ...

Senior Software Engineer, Infrastructure

$111.10K - $151K/yr

Improve developer velocity across the engineering organization. You'll measure and optimize the ... Prior Clojure experience is a strong plus. * An expert with CI/CD and Build pipelines : You have ...

# Software EngineerResponds Quickly## Required skills experience| | || --- | --- || Clojure | 5 years ... We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join a team building large-scale backend systems ...

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How much do clojure developer jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for clojure developer in the United States is $129,348.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $106,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Clojure Developer job?

A Clojure Developer is a software engineer who specializes in developing applications using the Clojure programming language, a modern Lisp dialect that runs on the JVM. They design, build, and maintain functional and scalable applications, often focusing on areas like backend development, data processing, and distributed systems. Clojure Developers typically work with functional programming principles, immutability, and concurrency to create robust and maintainable code. They may also collaborate with teams to integrate Clojure-based solutions with other technologies and platforms.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Clojure Developer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clojure Developer, you need strong proficiency in Clojure programming, functional programming principles, and a background in software engineering or computer science. Familiarity with tools such as Leiningen, REPL environments, Git, and databases like Datomic is typical, while experience with CI/CD pipelines or cloud platforms can be advantageous. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills help developers collaborate effectively and adapt to evolving project requirements. These skills are crucial for building scalable, maintainable solutions and for working productively in dynamic software development environments.

What are some common projects or tasks a Clojure Developer works on within a typical team environment?

As a Clojure Developer, you might work on building web applications, developing APIs, handling data processing pipelines, or maintaining back-end services, often within an agile team setting. Your daily tasks could include writing and testing functional code, conducting code reviews, collaborating with front-end developers and product managers, and participating in architecture discussions. You may also be responsible for integrating third-party libraries, optimizing performance, and ensuring systems are scalable and reliable. The collaborative, fast-paced nature of many Clojure teams offers ample learning opportunities and exposure to diverse challenges.
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Infographic showing various Clojure Developer job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 19% Part Time, and 81% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,348 per year, or $62.2 per hour.
Senior Clojure Backend Engineer

Senior Clojure Backend Engineer

OTR Solutions

Roswell, GA

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago


Job description

OTR Solutions is an innovator in the transportation industry providing a suite of factoring, fuel, and business management focused solutions. We help new and established companies get fast access to the funds they need for daily operations. As a Private Equity backed FinTech company, we are looking to grow our best-in-class financial organization.

OTR has been recognized as a "Top Workplace" by the Atlanta Journal-Constitution since 2016!

We are seeking a Senior Clojure Backend Engineer to help design, build, and scale our AI-powered SaaS platform focused on document intelligence, automation, and data extraction for the freight and financial services industries. Recently acquired by OTR Solutions, this role will play a critical part in scaling platform infrastructure, advancing AI capabilities, and supporting long-term product innovation.

This role is ideal for a senior platform engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges, building scalable distributed systems, and contributing to architecture decisions in a fast-moving, high-growth environment.

Please note: We do not sponsor work-related visas.**

Responsibilities:

  • Design, develop, and maintain core backend services using Clojure
  • Build and scale REST and GraphQL APIs that power AI-driven automation workflows
  • Architect production systems supporting high-volume document ingestion and structured data extraction
  • Integrate AI and machine learning services into production workflows, including LLMs, OCR, embedding pipelines, and vector search
  • Collaborate with ML engineers to productionize AI models and workflows
  • Design and optimize database schemas and queries using Datomic and/or PostgreSQL
  • Improve platform reliability, observability, and scalability across cloud infrastructure
  • Support DevOps and Infrastructure-as-Code initiatives
  • Utilize AI-assisted development tools to improve development speed, testing, and code quality
  • Participate in architectural decisions as the platform scales post-acquisition

What We Look For:

  • Senior-level platform or backend engineering experience required
  • Strong professional experience developing applications in Clojure
  • Experience with Datomic and/or PostgreSQL
  • REST and/or GraphQL API design experience
  • Experience with Elasticsearch or similar search technologies
  • Production experience on AWS, including services such as Lambda, API Gateway, EKS, EC2, Textract, DynamoDB, CloudWatch, CloudFront, Cognito, SES, and Route 53
  • Experience building and scaling distributed, cloud-native systems
  • Experience integrating AI/ML services into production systems
  • Familiarity with LLM APIs (OpenAI, Anthropic, AWS Bedrock, etc.)
  • Experience with vector databases, embedding search, and OCR pipelines
  • Experience using Python for AI/ML integration (preferred)
  • Experience with TypeScript and React (preferred)
  • Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code tools such as Terraform (preferred)
  • Experience in fintech, logistics technology, or document automation is highly preferred

Perks and Benefits:

OTR provides a competitive, comprehensive compensation package for our full-time employees:

  • Eligibility for Individual and Company bonus programs
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/AD&D Insurance, Short-Term Disability
  • Pet Insurance, Paid Family Leave, Employee Assistance Program
  • Fully Paid Maternity Leave
  • 401(k) with Company Matching
  • Generous PTO, Sick/Mental Health Days, Flex Holidays + Company Paid Holidays
  • Travel Stipend to support Work Life Balance
  • Leadership Development and Training Programs
  • Continuous Learning and Professional Development Opportunities
  • Weekly Catered Lunches + Casual Dress Code
  • Company Paid Fitness Membership
  • Volunteer Days and Community Engagement Opportunities
  • Internal Inclusion Programs

OTR's mission is to create exceptional value for our clients by providing industry leading financing and back-office solutions. Three pillars that are crucial to supporting that mission are outstanding customer service, technology that creates efficiency for ourselves and our customers, and a culture that provides the opportunity for employees to achieve greatness.

OTR Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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