C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Staff Software Engineer

Qualcomm ·

Santa Clara, United States

Full-time

ISO 26262MentorshipArtificial IntelligencePath PlanningSLAMDevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)C++PythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)

Flight Software Intern

True Anomaly ·

Long Beach, United States

$28/hour

Internship

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingCC++PythonCANI2CSPIUARTGit

Battery Electronics Engineer II+

Vast ·

Long Beach, United States

$112k-195k/year

Full-time

FMEAPCB DesignC++PythonSQLCANI2CSPITCP/IPMATLAB

Electronics Engineer - Consultant

TTP ·

Cambridge, United Kingdom

Full-time

PCB DesignCC#C++PythonI2CModbusSPITCP/IPFPGA

Co-op Researcher – Embodied AI & Robot Interaction

Huawei Switzerland ·

Markham, Canada

C$58k-104k/year

Internship

Generative AI / LLMsMotion ControlComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsReinforcement LearningC++PythonGazeboIMUNVIDIA Isaac Sim

Intern - Autonomous Driving Software Engineering

Momenta Europe Gmbh ·

Böblingen, Germany

Internship

Software EngineeringC++PythonMandarinLinuxQNXRobot Operating System (ROS)

Intern Software Engineer - Edge AI Engineering

Roofline ·

Cologne, Germany

Internship

Artificial IntelligenceEmbedded SystemsComputer VisionC++PythonLinux

Robotics Vision & Perception Engineer

Agile Robots SE ·

Munich, Germany

Full-time

Computer VisionSimulation & Digital TwinsPerceptionPyTorchTensorRTOpenCVC#PythonC++FPGA

AI Acoustic Engineer

Autonomous Teaming Solutions ATS GmbH ·

Munich, Germany

Full-time

Embedded SystemsMachine LearningRegulatory ComplianceSensor FusionPyTorchC++PythonRobot Operating System (ROS)LiDAR

Software Engineer - Unmanned Vehicles

Arcfield ·

Middletown, United States

$59k-102k/year

Full-time

Software EngineeringDevOps & CloudC++JavaScriptPythonDockerGitJiraLinuxMATLAB

Senior System Software Engineer, Robotics

NVIDIA ·

Shanghai, China

Full-time

Imitation LearningReinforcement LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsSoftware EngineeringPyTorchC++PythonNVIDIA Isaac SimNVIDIA Jetson

Robotics Engineering Intern: Systems & Applications

GrayMatter Robotics ·

Carson, United States

Internship

CAD & Mechanical DesignComputer VisionIndustrial RoboticsMachine LearningMotion ControlPath PlanningArtificial IntelligenceC++PythonDocker

Robotics Software Engineer

Eka ·

Cambridge, United States

Full-time

DevOps & CloudFunctional SafetyMotion ControlSimulation & Digital TwinsTensorRTC++PythonLinuxROS 2

Robotics Integration Engineer

Figure ·

San Jose, United States

$170k-250k/year

Full-time

Functional SafetyIndustrial RoboticsPath PlanningEmbedded SystemsMotion ControlPerceptionC++PythonROS 2Git

Machine Learning Engineer

Leidos ·

Beavercreek, United States

$87k-157k/year

Full-time

Agile / ScrumVerification & ValidationGenerative AI / LLMsNumPyPyTorchscikit-learnC++PythonJiraLiDAR

Software Engineer II, Autonomy Behaviors

Shield AI ·

Boston, United States

$132k-198k/year

Full-time

Navigation & MappingSimulation & Digital TwinsPath PlanningC++Robot Operating System (ROS)Git

Senior Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors

Shield AI ·

Washington / Boston

$160k-240k/year

Full-time

Navigation & MappingSimulation & Digital TwinsPath PlanningC++Robot Operating System (ROS)Git

Staff Software Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors

Shield AI ·

Washington / Boston

$188k-281k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipSimulation & Digital TwinsPath PlanningC++Robot Operating System (ROS)Git

Firmware Engineer Intern

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

Internship

PCB DesignCC++PythonRustCANI2CSPIUSBAltium Designer

Head of Firmware Engineering (Senior Director)

Brambles ·

Santa Clara (Hybrid)

Full-time

Technical LeadershipComputer VisionSensors & InstrumentationCC++TCP/IPI2CSPIUARTRTOS

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 2,674 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 849 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 1165 job postings, median salaries reach $175,000. Entry-level positions pay around $121,000, with experienced engineers earning $210,000 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 1165 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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