Careers in Robotics

C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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875 jobs found (page 40 of 44)

Senior Applied Scientist, Planning and Controls

North Reading, United States

$150k-260k/year

Full-time

Model Predictive ControlMachine LearningPath PlanningC++JavaPython

Applied Scientist II, Robotics and ML

North Reading, United States

$136k-223k/year

Full-time

Imitation LearningPath PlanningReinforcement LearningMachine LearningC++JavaPythonLinux

Sr. Applied Scientist

North Reading, United States

$150k-260k/year

Full-time

Generative AI / LLMsModel Predictive ControlReinforcement LearningSensors & InstrumentationJavaPythonC++MATLABMuJoCoNVIDIA Isaac Sim

Internship or Graduation: General Autonomous Shipping

Gorinchem, Netherlands

Internship

Motion ControlEmbedded SystemsHMI / SCADAMachine LearningPerceptionSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsCC++Python

Robotics Research Scientist – Dexterous Robotic Manipulation

Huawei Switzerland ·

Zurich, Switzerland

Full-time

Sensor FusionGenerative AI / LLMsComputer VisionImitation LearningReinforcement LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsPythonC++GazeboMuJoCo

Robotics Software Engineer (M/F/D)

FRANKA ROBOTICS GmbH ·

Munich, Germany

Full-time

Agile / ScrumDevOps & CloudC++PythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)MQTTRTOSDocker

Advanced Control Systems Engineer/ Programmer

City of Swan, Australia

Full-time

Sensors & InstrumentationPCB DesignCommissioningHMI / SCADAIndustrial CommunicationPLC ProgrammingCC++PythonSQL

Principal Firmware Engineer

Bangalore North, India

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipRegulatory ComplianceVerification & ValidationCC++I2CSPIUARTUSB

Lead Firmware Engineer II

Bangalore North, India

Full-time

FDA Regulations (GMP)Motion ControlCC++I2CSPIUARTUSBLinuxMicrocontrollers (MCU)

Senior Manager, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration

Washington, United States

$229k-344k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)Drones / UAVLinuxRobot Operating System (ROS)RTOS

Associate Mobile Robotics Software Engineer Intern

Singapore

Internship

Embedded SystemsAutonomous SystemsSimulation & Digital TwinsCC++PythonTypeScriptROS 2

Senior Engineer, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration

Washington / Boston

$160k-240k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementCommissioningEmbedded SystemsField ServiceRegulatory ComplianceSensor FusionSensors & InstrumentationSimulation & Digital TwinsC++Python

Senior Manager, Autonomy - Tactical Behaviors

Washington / Boston / San Diego

$229k-344k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipReinforcement LearningPath PlanningField ServiceSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonDrones / UAVRTOS

Senior Engineer, Autonomy - Tactical Behaviors

Washington / Boston

$160k-240k/year

Full-time

Reinforcement LearningPath PlanningSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonDrones / UAVRTOS

Staff Engineer, Autonomy - Tactical Behaviors

Washington / Boston

$183k-274k/year

Full-time

Field ServiceReinforcement LearningPath PlanningSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonDrones / UAVRTOS

Staff Engineer, Software - Autonomous Aircraft Integration

Washington / Boston

$183k-274k/year

Full-time

Sensors & InstrumentationField ServiceSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)Drones / UAVLinuxRobot Operating System (ROS)

Manager, Autonomy Applications Engineering

San Diego, United States

$160k-240k/year

Full-time

MentorshipStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipEmbedded SystemsProject ManagementSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonDrones / UAV

Senior Staff Engineer, Software Autonomy Applications

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Full-time

Technical LeadershipTechnical SalesArtificial IntelligenceAutonomous SystemsSoftware EngineeringC++PythonDrones / UAV

Robotics Engineer Support

United States

Full-time

Regulatory ComplianceMachine LearningMotion ControlSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonDrones / UAVRobot Operating System (ROS)

Senior Robotics Engineer-Perception

Boston Dynamics ·

Waltham, United States

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipMachine LearningComputer VisionField ServiceLocalizationSensor FusionSoftware EngineeringC++

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 1,471 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 875 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 646 job postings, median salaries reach $181,750. Entry-level positions pay around $129,200, with experienced engineers earning $212,740 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.

Salary Distribution

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Based on 646 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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