C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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1045 jobs found (page 1 of 53)

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Senior Research Engineer / Lead Computer Scientist / Lead Engineer

Southwest Research Institute ·

San Antonio, United States

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipBusiness & SalesIndustrial RoboticsPath PlanningPerceptionProject ManagementC++Python

Applied Scientist, Safe Control

Amazon ·

Pasadena, United States

$143k-193k/year

Full-time

ISO 26262Industrial RoboticsSoftware EngineeringMachine LearningComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsPerceptionSimulation & Digital TwinsC++Python

Data Science Intern

Nissan Motor Corporation ·

Smyrna, United States

Internship

HMI / SCADAIndustrial RoboticsArtificial IntelligenceRoot Cause AnalysisC++PythonSQLCMMS

Embedded Machine Learning Engineer

DEKA Research & Development ·

Manchester, United States

Full-time

Computer VisionEmbedded SystemsIndustrial RoboticsMachine LearningSensor FusionC++Python

Senior Embedded Software / Edge AI Engineer

Arcfield ·

Chantilly, United States

$102k-200k/year

Full-time

Sensor FusionDevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)PyTorchTensorFlowTensorRTCC++PythonI2C

Robotics Software Engineer

aureliussystems.com ·

Detroit / San Francisco

Full-time

Embedded SystemsPath PlanningAutonomous SystemsSensors & InstrumentationVerification & ValidationRustC++PythonLinuxROS 2

Engineer II - Autonomy

Vermeer Corporation ·

Pella, United States

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsComputer VisionLocalizationMachine LearningPath PlanningPerceptionSensor FusionC++PythonMATLAB

Applied Scientist

Amazon ·

Sunnyvale / Bellevue

$172k-222k/year

Full-time

MentorshipStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)PerceptionReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferC++JavaPython

Principal AI/ML Robotics Engineer - Environmental Perception

Analog Devices ·

Munich, Germany

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipGenerative AI / LLMsSensors & InstrumentationComputer VisionMachine LearningMLOpsPerceptionSensor FusionSLAM

Robotics Engineer I

BLUE ORIGIN ·

Spokane / Seattle

$111k-155k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionImitation LearningPerceptionReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Simulation & Digital TwinsSensors & InstrumentationWiring Harness DesignJAX

Lead Robotics Engineer

Caterpillar Inc. ·

Irving, United States

$128k-209k/year

Full-time

MLOpsSimulation & Digital TwinsVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Software EngineeringArtificial IntelligenceAutonomous SystemsPath PlanningPerceptionSLAMVerification & Validation

Senior Computer Vision Robotics Engineer

Nordic Investin Group ·

Västerås kommun, Sweden

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementComputer VisionPerceptionSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsC++SwedishROS 2

Robotic Software Engineer - Aerial Autonomy

Applied Intuition ·

Fort Walton Beach, United States

Full-time

DevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingC++I2CRS-485SPIUARTNVIDIA JetsonDocker

Senior Robotics Planning Engineer

Caterpillar Inc. ·

Irving, United States

$113k-183k/year

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsPath PlanningRoot Cause AnalysisSimulation & Digital TwinsVerification & ValidationC++Python

Senior C++ Software Engineer - Maritime Autonomy

Zeabuz ·

Oslo, Norway

Full-time

Technical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsCommissioningPath PlanningVerification & ValidationC++DockerLinuxROS 2

Robotics Software Intern, Humanoid Robotics

NVIDIA ·

Shanghai, China

Internship

Sim-to-real transferMachine LearningSoftware EngineeringC++Python

Principal AI Autonomy Systems Integrator

General Dynamics Information Technology ·

Remote (US citizenship required)

$149k-201k/year

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsComputer VisionPath PlanningSensor FusionSensors & InstrumentationSLAMJAXPyTorchTensorFlowC++

AI Autonomy Engineering SME (UAS, Swarming, C2, Drones)

General Dynamics Information Technology ·

Remote (U.S. citizenship required)

$170k-219k/year

Full-time

Reinforcement LearningHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Path PlanningSensor FusionSLAMJAXPyTorchTensorFlowC++Python

Embedded Software Engineer Intern - Fall 2026

Castelion Corporation ·

Torrance, United States

Internship

Embedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)CC++CANI2CSPIUARTRTOS

Member of Technical Staff (Robotics Simulation)

Microsoft ·

Redmond, United States

$166k-296k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionCC#C++JavaJavaScriptPythonFusion 360GazeboLiDAR

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 4,555 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 1045 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 2084 job postings, median salaries reach $169,050. Entry-level positions pay around $120,000, with experienced engineers earning $206,867 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 2084 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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