C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Expert Algorithm Engineer

Outside Analytics ·

Broomfield (Hybrid)

$145k-190k/year

Full-time

Agile / ScrumSensor FusionC++PythonFPGA

Senior Robotics & Software Engineer

Circu Li-ion S.A. ·

Kuppenheim / Foetz

Full-time

Computer VisionPLC ProgrammingRustC++PythonROS 2

Senior Principal Systems Engineer - Modelling & Simulation - Unmanned Systems

RTX ·

Wokingham (Hybrid)

Full-time

MentorshipAutonomous SystemsFMEAHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Motion ControlSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingCC++CANTCP/IP

Research Engineer I (Sensing and Positioning)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore ·

Singapore

Full-time

Electrical DesignPCB DesignCC++Altium DesignerMicrocontrollers (MCU)

R&D Engineer 2, Software

Keysight Technologies, Inc. ·

Gurgaon, India

Full-time

Agile / ScrumElectrical DesignC#C++GitJira

Head of Robotics & Automation Engineering

Circus ·

Munich (Hybrid)

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipEmbedded SystemsIndustrial RoboticsMotion ControlPLC ProgrammingC++ROS 2

Intern - MCP Server Implementation for an Embedded-Linux Network Switch

Belden, Inc ·

Neckartenzlingen, Germany

Internship

C++RustGermanGitLinux

GNC Engineering Intern

Trimble Inc. ·

Christchurch, New Zealand

Internship

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Machine LearningNavigation & MappingMotion ControlSensor FusionCC++PythonSimulink

Sr Software Engineering Manager, ACTT Datalinks

RTX ·

Cedar Rapids, United States

$132k-252k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipIndustrial CommunicationAgile / ScrumCC++FPGALinux

Intern - Engineering Industrial Systems

TMEIC Corporation Americas ·

Roanoke, United States

Internship

HMI / SCADAPLC ProgrammingIndustrial RoboticsSQLC++AutoCAD ElectricalServos & VFDs

Staff Maneuver Planning Engineer, Autonomy

Rivian ·

Palo Alto, United States

$228k-285k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipMachine LearningPath PlanningSimulation & Digital TwinsC++Python

Senior Autonomy Software Systems Engineer

Torc Robotics ·

Remote (U.S)

$139k-167k/year

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsNavigation & MappingC++PythonDockerRobot Operating System (ROS)AWS

Electronics Engineer II - SATCOM

CesiumAstro ·

Westminster, United States

$113k-136k/year

Full-time

Sensors & InstrumentationC++PythonAltium DesignerFPGAKiCadMicrocontrollers (MCU)

R&D Engineer Intern

Penn State University ·

University Park (Hybrid)

Internship

Embedded SystemsC#C++PythonGitLinux

Firmware Engineer Intern

Entrust ·

Shakopee (Hybrid)

$20 - $25/hour

Internship

Industrial RoboticsMotion ControlCC++LinuxRTOS

Electronics Engineer II

CesiumAstro ·

Westminster, United States

$102k-136k/year

Full-time

PCB DesignC++PythonFPGAMicrocontrollers (MCU)Altium Designer

SW Systems Design Engineering Intern

Analog Devices ·

Istanbul, Turkey

Internship

Embedded SystemsCC++PythonI2CSPIUART

PLC & Motion Control Firmware Engineer (AI-Aware)

HP ·

Ness Ziona, Israel

Full-time

Technical LeadershipArtificial IntelligenceMotion ControlPythonCC++Structured TextBeckhoff TwinCATLinuxRTOS

Senior Research Engineer, Robotics Systems

NVIDIA ·

Santa Clara, United States

$184k-357k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipCAD & Mechanical DesignMLOpsMotion ControlSensor FusionC++PythonRustGazeboMuJoCo

Robotics Generalist

Skip ·

San Francisco (Hybrid)

Full-time

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Machine LearningMotion ControlCC++PythonCANLinuxRTOSIMU

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 847 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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