C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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C++Transportation & Autonomous Vehicles Clear all

Summer Intern, Onboard Autonomy, Embodied AI

General Motors ·

Sunnyvale (Hybrid)

$11,800 - $14,600/month

Internship

ADASImitation LearningPath PlanningReinforcement LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsAutonomous SystemsComputer VisionMachine LearningJAXPyTorch

2027 Summer Intern, AI Research, Embodied AI

General Motors ·

Sunnyvale (Hybrid)

$11,800 - $14,600/month

Internship

ADASImitation LearningReinforcement LearningVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Artificial IntelligenceMachine LearningJAXPyTorchTensorFlowC++

Vehicle Autonomy Integration Engineer

HavocAI ·

North Kingstown (Hybrid)

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Embedded SystemsC++PythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)CANMQTTTCP/IPDocker

Lead AI Systems Engineer - Autonomous Driving

Bosch Group ·

Sunnyvale, United States

$185k-215k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)LocalizationPath PlanningPerceptionSensor FusionSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Autonomous SystemsMachine Learning

2027 Summer Intern, SEAM, Embodied AI

General Motors ·

Sunnyvale (Hybrid)

$11,800 - $14,600/month

Internship

ADASMachine LearningSLAMMotion ControlComputer VisionLocalizationSensor FusionSoftware EngineeringJAXPyTorch

2027 Summer Intern, Data Scaling, Embodied AI

General Motors ·

Sunnyvale (Hybrid)

$11,800 - $14,600/month

Internship

Autonomous SystemsComputer VisionDevOps & CloudImitation LearningReinforcement LearningMachine LearningSoftware EngineeringJAXPyTorchTensorFlow

Tech Lead - Autonomy Performance, Robotaxi

Wayve ·

London (Hybrid)

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsIndustrial RoboticsMachine LearningRoot Cause AnalysisSimulation & Digital TwinsVerification & ValidationC++Python

Expert Machine Learning Engineer

Aptiv ·

Krakow (Hybrid)

Full-time

ADASAgile / ScrumPath PlanningReinforcement LearningDevOps & CloudComputer VisionMachine LearningPyTorchC++Python

Lead Software Engineer, Perception (Robotics)

Grab ·

Shanghai, China

Full-time

Simulation & Digital TwinsVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Generative AI / LLMsADASEmbedded SystemsMachine LearningRoot Cause AnalysisSensor FusionOpenCVPCL (Point Cloud Library)

Head of Autonomy

Teleo ·

Palo Alto, United States

$250k-300k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipFunctional SafetyHydraulicsAutonomous SystemsImitation LearningLocalizationMLOpsModel Predictive ControlPath Planning

Engineering Manager, Active Sensors (LiDAR)

Torc Robotics ·

Fort Worth / Blacksburg / Ann Arbor (Hybrid)

Full-time

Technical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsProject ManagementSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsPyTorchTensorRTC++

2027 Summer Intern – Autonomous Driving Software Engineer (Bachelor's & Master's)

General Motors ·

Sunnyvale (Hybrid)

$9,600 - $10,300/month

Internship

Autonomous SystemsFunctional SafetyC++PythonLinux

Autonomous Vehicle Production Engineering Intern

Venti Technologies ·

Singapore

Internship

Vendor ManagementElectrical DesignCAD & Mechanical DesignAutonomous SystemsSoftware EngineeringVerification & ValidationC++PythonLinux

Research Scientist, Autonomous Systems And Physical AI Research

NVIDIA ·

Santa Clara, United States

$168k-265k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementArtificial IntelligenceAutonomous SystemsReinforcement LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsVerification & ValidationPyTorchC++PythonCUDA

2027 Summer Intern, MS/PhD, Perception, Robotics

Waymo ·

Mountain View (Hybrid)

$70 - $85/hour

Internship

Machine LearningSensors & InstrumentationSoftware EngineeringC++

Engineering Manager, Robot Data Visualization

Zoox ·

Foster City, United States

$250k-309k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipC++TypeScript

Robotics Engineer

Pronto ·

Warsaw, Poland

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsIndustrial RoboticsLocalizationMachine LearningPath PlanningSensor FusionCC++Python

Sr. Software Engineer, Autonomy

Mariana Minerals ·

Houston / Ann Arbor

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsIndustrial RoboticsDevOps & CloudEmbedded SystemsMotion ControlSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonIMULiDAR

Senior Machine Learning Engineer - 3D Reconstruction

Applied Intuition ·

Sunnyvale, United States

Full-time

SLAMAutonomous SystemsComputer VisionMachine LearningVerification & ValidationPyTorchC++PythonLiDARRadar

ADAS Planning Algorithm Engineer

Aptiv ·

Troy, United States

Full-time

ASPICEISO 26262Machine LearningModel Predictive ControlSensor FusionPath PlanningADASAutonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 4,532 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 1031 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 2072 job postings, median salaries reach $169,050. Entry-level positions pay around $120,000, with experienced engineers earning $207,000 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 2072 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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C++ Jobs in Robotics

Summer Intern, Onboard Autonomy, Embodied AI