C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Software Engineering Manager, VMS

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

$220k-292k/year

Full-time

MentorshipStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsIndustrial RoboticsProject ManagementC++LinuxRTOS

Robotics Computer Vision Engineer

Formic ·

Oakland / San Francisco

$145k-200k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionMotion ControlSensors & InstrumentationPyTorchC++PythonCUDARobot Operating System (ROS)

Software Engineer, Simulation (Summer Intern)

DiDi Labs ·

San Jose, United States

$46/hour

Internship

Simulation & Digital TwinsC++CUDARobot Operating System (ROS)

Senior Flight Test Engineer - Mission Autonomy

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

$146k-194k/year

Full-time

Simulation & Digital TwinsFMEAProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceC++GoPythonLinux

Senior Embedded Software Engineering Manager - Core Software and Platform

BLUE ORIGIN ·

Huntsville / Denver / Phoenix / Seattle + 2 other locations

$181k-276k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipAgile / ScrumGenerative AI / LLMsProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringCC++FPGARTOS

Robotics & AI Systems Development Engineer II

Niagara Bottling ·

Diamond Bar, United States

$100k-146k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionDevOps & CloudGenerative AI / LLMsHMI / SCADAMLOpsPath PlanningPLC ProgrammingSLAMC++Python

Senior Autonomy Engineer

Caterpillar Inc. ·

Clayton / Mossville / East Peoria

$113k-183k/year

Full-time

MentorshipEmbedded SystemsDevOps & CloudFunctional SafetyHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Path PlanningPerceptionC++CANRobot Operating System (ROS)

Research Engineer - Autonomous Collaborative Systems

RTX ·

East Hartford (Hybrid)

$87k-165k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipDevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Computer VisionMachine LearningPerceptionPyTorchTensorFlowC++

Research Scientist - Autonomous Collaborative Systems

RTX ·

East Hartford (Hybrid)

$108k-205k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipDevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Computer VisionPerceptionReinforcement LearningPyTorchTensorFlowC++Python

Robotics & Embedded Systems Intern

Odys Aviation ·

Long Beach, United States

Internship

Wiring Harness DesignSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonCANI2CSPIUARTMicrocontrollers (MCU)PX4

Staff Robotics Software Engineer

Fulfil Solutions ·

Mountain View, United States

$180k-215k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipPLC ProgrammingEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Motion ControlC++MQTTCANModbus

Senior Software Engineering Manager

Abbott ·

Alameda, United States

$149k-297k/year

Full-time

ISO 9001Software EngineeringEmbedded SystemsFDA Regulations (GMP)Project ManagementVerification & ValidationCC++

Embedded Software Intern

Bosch Group ·

Hà Nội, Vietnam

Internship

Electrical DesignCC++PythonMicrocontrollers (MCU)

Systems Software Engineer Intern

Saronic ·

Austin, United States

Internship

Autonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonRustLinuxRobot Operating System (ROS)

Sr. Systems Engineer Autonomy

Rivian ·

Palo Alto, United States

$163k-204k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementFMEAMotion ControlPath PlanningPerceptionRegulatory ComplianceC++PythonSQL

Aerospace Engineer - Drone Systems Integration

Alta Ares ·

Paris, France

Full-time

Regulatory ComplianceAutonomous SystemsC++PythonDrones / UAVPX4Simulink

Autonomous Systems Software Engineer

Metron ·

Reston, United States

Full-time

HMI / SCADAVerification & ValidationSimulation & Digital TwinsC++JavaRobot Operating System (ROS)

Robotics & Autonomy Engineering Intern

Terabase Energy ·

Davis, United States

$25 - $27/hour

Internship

Autonomous SystemsComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsLocalizationPath PlanningPerceptionC++PythonROS 1 (Classic)ROS 2

R&D Specialist - Electronics Firmware

Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA ·

Orbe, Switzerland

Full-time

Vendor ManagementEmbedded SystemsCC++FrenchGermanMicrocontrollers (MCU)GitRTOS

Robotics Design Engineer

AES ·

Arlington, United States

Full-time

Computer VisionMachine LearningMotion ControlSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)

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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