C++ Jobs in Robotics
Collaborative Autonomy Engineer - Cross Domain
$100k-190k/year
Full-time
Robotic Autonomy Software Engineer
$125k-165k/year
Full-time
Senior Autonomy Engineer
Full-time
Machine Learning Engineer - Defense
$150k-225k/year
Full-time
Machine Learning Software Engineer
Full-time
Application Engineer - Autonomous Trucking
$105k-165k/year
Full-time
Robotic Autonomy Systems Engineer
$150k-215k/year
Full-time
Perception Engineer - Defense Autonomy
$140k-220k/year
Full-time
Software Engineer - Mining Autonomy
$125k-222k/year
Full-time
Software Engineer (Client Facing) - Defense Autonomy
$145k-200k/year
Full-time
Firmware Engineer
Full-time
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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