C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

169 jobs found (page 3 of 9)

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Software Dev Engineer, Leo Customer Terminal Network and Fleet Management

Amazon ·

Redmond, United States

$144k-194k/year

Full-time

Software EngineeringCC++RustGitLinuxRTOS

Senior Software Engineer, Customer Terminal Network & Fleet Management

Amazon ·

Redmond, United States

$168k-227k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipJavaCC++RustTCP/IPLinuxRTOS

Robotics Research Engineer I-IV

Texas A&M University System ·

Bryan, United States

Full-time

Technical LeadershipVerification & ValidationSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonRobot Operating System (ROS)SolidWorksMicrocontrollers (MCU)

Engineering Manager, Silicon Assembly (Starlink)

SpaceX ·

Bastrop, United States

Full-time

ISO 9001MentorshipAgile / ScrumFMEAPLC ProgrammingRoot Cause AnalysisC++Ladder LogicStructured TextLabView

Electrical Test Engineer Intern

Sierra Lobo, Inc. ·

Cleveland, United States

Internship

National Electrical Code (NEC)OSHAISO 9001CAD & Mechanical DesignSensors & InstrumentationPLC ProgrammingC++TCP/IP

Computer Science Engineer Intern

Sierra Lobo, Inc. ·

Cleveland, United States

Internship

ISO 9001HMI / SCADAPLC ProgrammingC++TCP/IPLinux

Engineering Lead, Autonomy Software

Shield AI ·

Melbourne, Australia

Full-time

Technical LeadershipLocalizationPath PlanningPerceptionC++RTOSRobot Operating System (ROS)

Senior Staff Engineer, Autonomy

Shield AI ·

Melbourne, Australia

Full-time

MentorshipLocalizationPath PlanningProject ManagementAutonomous SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)PerceptionSensor FusionSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingC++

Working Student Autonomous Flight

Wingcopter GmbH ·

Weiterstadt (Hybrid)

Internship

DevOps & CloudAutonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsSimulation & Digital TwinsPythonCC++

AI Engineer

Hadean ·

London (Hybrid)

Full-time

MentorshipArtificial IntelligenceSimulation & Digital TwinsGenerative AI / LLMsC++RustPythonTypeScript

Software Engineering Intern

American Rheinmetall ·

Auburn Hills, United States

Internship

DevOps & CloudAgile / ScrumHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingC++CANDDS (Data Distribution Service)RS-485TCP/IPFPGA

Software Engineering Intern, Summer 2026

Rendezvous Robotics ·

Golden, United States

Internship

DevOps & CloudSimulation & Digital TwinsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Motion ControlPyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonRustLinux

Robotics Software Engineer

MORSE Corp ·

Cambridge, United States

$90k-210k/year

Full-time

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingPath PlanningSLAMC++PythonRustLiDARMicrocontrollers (MCU)PX4

Founding Robotics Engineer

Cox Exponential ·

San Francisco, United States

Full-time

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Motion ControlPath PlanningOpenCVPCL (Point Cloud Library)PyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonDocker

Senior Software Engineering Manager

RTX ·

Largo, United States

$132k-252k/year

Full-time

MentorshipProject ManagementAgile / ScrumCC++JavaPythonLinuxRTOS

Senior Technical Intern - Software Engineer

Leonardo DRS, Inc. ·

Montgomery County, United States

Agile / ScrumCC++RustLinuxRTOS

Embedded Electrical Engineer

WindBorne Systems ·

Palo Alto, United States

$100k-160k/year

Internship

C++I2CSPIUARTAltium Designer

Test Engineering Intern

VIAVI Solutions ·

Lenexa, United States

Internship

Artificial IntelligenceEmbedded SystemsElectrical DesignSensors & InstrumentationCC++

Senior RF Electrical Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN ·

Los Angeles / Altadena

$157k-220k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipFinite Element Analysis (FEA)FMEAPCB DesignWiring Harness DesignC++PythonAltium DesignerSimulink

Autonomy AI/ML Software Engineer

RTX ·

Cedar Rapids, United States

$108k-205k/year

Full-time

MLOpsReinforcement LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsPyTorchTensorFlowC++GoPythonRustRobot Operating System (ROS)

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 2,217 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 917 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 963 job postings, median salaries reach $177,025. Entry-level positions pay around $120,321, with experienced engineers earning $211,480 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 963 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

Software Dev Engineer, Leo Customer Terminal Network and Fleet Management