C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

132 jobs found (page 1 of 7)

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Spacecraft Engineer Intern (Flight Software)

Oligo Space ·

Hawthorne, United States

$100k-120k/year

Internship

DevOps & CloudMachine LearningHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)CC++I2CSPIUARTGitLinux

Software Engineering Co-Op / Intern

ASRC Federal ·

Moorestown, United States

Internship

Agile / ScrumDevOps & CloudCC++JavaPythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)JiraLinux

Embedded Software Engineer (Data Platform), Autonomy

Zipline ·

South San Francisco, United States

$175k-210k/year

Full-time

Motion ControlHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Model Predictive ControlPerceptionSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingCC++RustAWSAzure

Embedded Software Intern

Aptiv ·

Walnut Creek, United States

Internship

CC++LinuxRTOS

Multi-Sensor SLAM Sensor Fusion Navigation SW Engineer

Trimble Inc. ·

Höhenkirchen-Siegertsbrunn (Hybrid)

Full-time

Computer VisionSensor FusionEmbedded SystemsSLAMC++PythonIMUJiraLiDARMATLAB

Embedded Software Engineering Intern

Draper ·

Cambridge, United States

$20 - $45/hour

Internship

RustCC++PythonGitRTOSMicrocontrollers (MCU)

Software Design Engineering Scientist

University of Texas at Austin ·

Austin, United States

$104k-174k/year

Full-time

Verification & ValidationSoftware EngineeringCC#C++JavaJavaScriptPythonSQLAWS

Robotics Firmware & Electrical Engineer

Meta ·

Fremont, United States

$144k-204k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionMotion ControlAutonomous SystemsElectrical DesignHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)PCB DesignSensors & InstrumentationCC++Python

System Development Engineer II, Robotics Integration and Optimization Services

Amazon ·

Arlington, United States

$129k-175k/year

Full-time

DevOps & CloudEmbedded SystemsMotion ControlC#C++GoJavaPythonRustEtherCAT

Software Engineer / Computer Scientist

SeaLandAire Technologies ·

Jackson, United States

Full-time

Electrical DesignCC++PythonRS-485Altium DesignerDockerLinuxRTOSMicrocontrollers (MCU)

Embedded Design Engineering Intern – Firmware

Leidos ·

Huntsville, United States

$48k-87k/year

Internship

PCB DesignCC++RustCANI2CSPIUARTLinuxRTOS

Automotive Systems & Applications Engineer - Intern

NXP Semiconductors ·

United States

Internship

Motion ControlPCB DesignSimulation & Digital TwinsCC++CANMicrocontrollers (MCU)SimulinkLabViewRTOS

Graphics Engineer Intern, Tegra System Software - Summer 2026

NVIDIA ·

Tokyo, Japan

Internship

CC++NVIDIA Jetson

Senior Software Engineer, Robotics Reliability

Atomic Machines ·

Emeryville, United States

$170k-220k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionMotion ControlPath PlanningDevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Verification & ValidationCC++PythonGit

Embedded Software Engineer III - R&D

Autonomous Solutions ·

Cache County, United States

Full-time

Simulation & Digital TwinsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingCC++LiDARRadarRTOS

Senior Software Development Engineer, Industrial Robotics

Amazon ·

North Reading, United States

$168k-227k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Root Cause AnalysisSensors & InstrumentationVerification & ValidationCC++LinuxRTOS

Senior Firmware Engineer

Amazon ·

North Reading, United States

$168k-227k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionFunctional SafetyIndustrial RoboticsMotion ControlNavigation & MappingPerceptionSensors & InstrumentationCC++Python

Firmware Intern (4 Months)

Blackline Safety ·

Waterloo (Hybrid)

Internship

CC++RTOS

Power Electronics Intern - Firmware

OmniOn Power ·

Plano, United States

Internship

Software EngineeringC#C++PythonCANModbusTCP/IPUARTGit

Robotics Software Engineer

STARK ·

Berlin, Germany

Full-time

Artificial IntelligenceEmbedded SystemsPerceptionSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonDockerNVIDIA JetsonROS 2

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 1,453 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 850 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 639 job postings, median salaries reach $182,104. Entry-level positions pay around $129,200, with experienced engineers earning $212,750 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 639 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