C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

224 jobs found (page 7 of 12)

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Data Engineering Systems Engineering Scientist

University of Texas at Austin ·

Austin, United States

$104k-174k/year

Full-time

C++PythonTCP/IPJira

Applications Engineer, Autonomy

Shield AI ·

Remote (Travel-intensive role with frequent international and multi-week on-site customer engagements (~50% travel))

$130k-280k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsIndustrial RoboticsCC++PythonRust

Robotics Engineer

Augur Initiative Ltd ·

London, United Kingdom

Full-time

Simulation & Digital TwinsComputer VisionMachine LearningSensor FusionSensors & InstrumentationSLAMCC++PythonRust

Sr. Embedded Linux SW Eng, Drone Platform

RED CAT HOLDINGS ·

South Salt Lake, United States

Full-time

Industrial CommunicationCC++PythonPX4Linux

Staff Robotics Engineer - Surface Dominance

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

$230k-336k/year

Full-time

Functional SafetyPath PlanningAutonomous SystemsComputer VisionMachine LearningSensor FusionSLAMC++PythonGazebo

Senior Robotics Engineer - Undersea Dominance

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa (Hybrid)

$220k-292k/year

Full-time

Path PlanningComputer VisionMachine LearningSensor FusionSLAMC++GazeboUnityUnreal EngineLiDAR

Robotics Software Engineer - Undersea Dominance

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

$191k-253k/year

Full-time

MentorshipStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipFunctional SafetyPath PlanningComputer VisionMachine LearningProject ManagementSensor FusionSLAM

UAV Software Engineer

Destinus ·

Munich (Hybrid)

Full-time

DevOps & CloudMotion ControlSensors & InstrumentationVerification & ValidationCC++PythonDrones / UAVRTOS

Software Engineer - Defense Physical AI

Applied Intuition ·

Ann Arbor, United States

$100k-200k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementC++PythonAGV / AMRDrones / UAV

Senior Robotics Perception Engineer – Multi-Object Tracking

Autonomous Teaming Solutions ATS GmbH ·

Munich, Germany

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipSensor FusionSLAMComputer VisionOpenCVTensorRTC++PythonCUDA

Senior Robotics Researcher/Engineer – Computer Vision

ARQUIMEA ·

San Cristóbal de La Laguna / Torrejón De Ardoz

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsComputer VisionSensor FusionOpenCVPyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonCUDARTOS

Spacecraft Electronics Engineer

Spire ·

Munich, Germany

Full-time

Electrical DesignC++CANI2CRS-485SPITCP/IPUARTUSBAltium Designer

UAS Autonomous Navigation and Control Engineer

Beyond Vision ·

Porto, Portugal

€1,400 - €1,700/month

Full-time

Embedded SystemsModel Predictive ControlPath PlanningHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Motion ControlSensor FusionSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingCC++Python

Embedded Software Engineer, Robotics

Sphere Defense ·

Brussels, Belgium

Full-time

MentorshipDevOps & CloudRustC++PythonDutchFrenchPX4IMULinux

Robotics Kinematics Engineer II

Relativity Space ·

Long Beach, United States

$124k-186k/year

Full-time

Embedded SystemsLocalizationC++PythonLinux

Robotics Engineer II

Relativity Space ·

Long Beach, United States

$124k-186k/year

Full-time

Agile / ScrumCAD & Mechanical DesignComputer VisionVerification & ValidationFunctional SafetyPath PlanningC#C++JavaScriptPython

Senior Robotics Software Engineer

Relativity Space ·

Long Beach, United States

$146k-218k/year

Full-time

Embedded SystemsLocalizationC++PythonLinux

Forward Deployed System Integration Engineer - L2 (UAV Robotics)

Fiducial ·

Delft (Hybrid)

Full-time

C++PythonDrones / UAVLinux

Senior Perception Lead (Vehicle Autonomy)

BLUE ORIGIN ·

Huntsville / Denver / Littleton

$144k-202k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipSLAMComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Machine LearningSensor FusionSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingVerification & ValidationC++

Unmanned Systems (UxS) Technician II

PingWind ·

Virginia Beach, United States

$61k-85k/year

Full-time

Electrical DesignCAD & Mechanical DesignPCB DesignSensors & InstrumentationCC++PythonPX4

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 923 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