C++ Jobs in Robotics

Build high-performance robotics software, control systems, and embedded applications using C++.

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Summer 2027 Autonomy & Robotics Engineering Intern

AeroVironment ·

Moorpark, United States

Internship

Embedded SystemsComputer VisionPath PlanningCC++PythonDrones / UAVMATLAB

Embedded Software Intern

IMSAR ·

Springville, United States

Internship

Embedded SystemsGenerative AI / LLMsRoot Cause AnalysisCC++PythonI2CSPITCP/IPDocker

HLS Autonomy Software Systems Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN ·

Denver / Littleton / Seattle

$151k-211k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipAgile / ScrumFunctional SafetySoftware EngineeringVerification & ValidationCC++JavaScriptPython

Autonomy Senior Robotics Engineer

Joby Aviation ·

Concord / Santa Cruz

$177k-257k/year

Full-time

MentorshipFunctional SafetySimulation & Digital TwinsAutonomous SystemsComputer VisionMachine LearningNavigation & MappingPerceptionSensor FusionSoftware Engineering

Autonomous Systems Engineer

Integer Technologies ·

Gulfport, United States

Full-time

PerceptionSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsPyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonLiDARMATLAB

Software And Electronics Engineering Intern

MIT Lincoln Laboratory ·

Lexington, United States

$25 - $43.5/hour

Internship

DevOps & CloudPCB DesignSensors & InstrumentationCC++PythonFPGALinuxRTOS

Robotics Software Engineer, Test Infrastructure (SITL/HITL)

Anduril Industries ·

Irvine, United States

$192k-292k/year

Full-time

Motion ControlSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)DevOps & CloudC++PythonRustCANGazeboNVIDIA Isaac Sim

Senior Software Engineer - UAV Ground Control Station (GCS)

EDGE Group PJSC ·

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Full-time

MentorshipHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)HMI / SCADAVerification & ValidationCC++CANTCP/IPQNXMicrocontrollers (MCU)

Engineer, Robotics

ST Engineering Group ·

Singapore

Full-time

Embedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Sensor FusionSensors & InstrumentationCC++GitLinuxSimulink

Aerospace M&S Engineer Intern

Leidos ·

Huntsville, United States

$48k-87k/year

Internship

Sensor FusionHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)CC++PythonGitLinuxSimulink

Engineering Manager, Simulation

Firestorm ·

San Diego, United States

$175k-220k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsDevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Sensors & InstrumentationSimulation & Digital TwinsSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingVerification & ValidationC++

Test Engineer Intern

Acron Aviation ·

Grand Rapids, United States

Internship

Electrical DesignRoot Cause AnalysisSoftware EngineeringVerification & ValidationCC++PythonCANI2CSPI

Summer Research Program Intern 2027, Software and Electronics Engineering

MIT Lincoln Laboratory ·

Lexington, United States

$25 - $43.5/hour

Internship

DevOps & CloudPCB DesignSensors & InstrumentationEmbedded SystemsCC++PythonFPGALinuxRTOS

Senior Machine Learning Engineer, Autonomy

Heven AeroTech ·

Bingen, United States

$150k-172k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipFinite Element Analysis (FEA)Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Machine LearningPath PlanningPerceptionSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testing

Senior Robotics & Autonomy Engineer

GE Aerospace ·

Elgin Township, United States

$131k-218k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipIndustrial RoboticsArtificial IntelligenceAutonomous SystemsMotion ControlPath PlanningPerceptionSoftware EngineeringC

Senior Engineering Manager - Firestorm OS

Firestorm ·

San Diego, United States

$175k-220k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsVerification & ValidationCC++PX4Linux

Electrical Engineer – Intern

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc ·

Salt Lake City / Boise

Internship

Artificial IntelligenceElectrical DesignCC++FPGARTOS

Senior Autonomy Software Engineer II

Scientific Systems Company, Inc. ·

Burlington (Hybrid)

$96k-140k/year

Full-time

Sensors & InstrumentationAutonomous SystemsMachine LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonMATLAB

Subject Matter Expert III - System Administrator (SCADA)

Chugach Government Solutions ·

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

$110k-160k/year

Full-time

HMI / SCADAC++Ladder LogicPythonSQLStructured TextModbusLinux

Senior Software Engineer, Applications - Unmanned Aircraft Systems

TrellisWare Technologies ·

San Diego, United States

$115k-200k/year

Full-time

Generative AI / LLMsC#C++JavaScriptPythonTypeScriptTCP/IPDrones / UAVLinux

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 4,264 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 922 active positions, demand spans real-time control, embedded firmware, and simulation engines. The language excels where Python can't: hard deadlines, limited memory, and safety-critical applications.

Compensation reflects this technical depth. Based on 1953 job postings, median salaries reach $170,000. Entry-level positions pay around $120,000, with experienced engineers earning $209,100 or more. Embedded systems and autonomous vehicle roles often pay at the upper end.

The data reveals something important: Python appears as a required skill in over 1,000 C++ job listings. Modern robotics teams need both languages working together. If you're building C++ expertise, understanding which programming languages pair well for robotics gives you a strategic advantage in this market.

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Based on 1953 salary data points. Normalized to annual USD. Excludes top 5% of outliers. Top positions at premium companies can reach $588k+. See our comprehensive salaries guide for more insights.

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C++ Jobs in Robotics