C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Staff Software Engineer - AMR Planning & Controls

General Motors ·

United States (Hybrid)

$195k-240k/year

Full-time

DevOps & CloudEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)LocalizationMotion ControlPath PlanningSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingNav2C++Python

Robotics Media Framework Engineer

Qualcomm ·

Chengdu, China

Internship

Computer VisionSLAMTensorFlowCC++PythonLinux

Robotics Autonomy Engineer - Planning and Control (Federal)

Field AI ·

Irvine, United States

$70k-300k/year

Full-time

Path PlanningMoveItNav2C++PythonIMULiDARLinuxROS 1 (Classic)ROS 2

Robotics Programmer

Novarc Technologies Inc ·

Burnaby, Canada

Full-time

CC++ROS 2

Senior Robotics Software Engineer

FANUC America Corporation ·

Rochester Hills, United States

Full-time

MentorshipC++PythonAllen-Bradley / RockwellSiemensFANUC

Computer Science Engineering Intern

HX5, LLC ·

Brooklyn, United States

Internship

PLC ProgrammingC++TCP/IPLinux

Senior Software Engineer – Real-Time Autonomous Systems

ALTEN ·

Manchester, United Kingdom

£40k-65k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipDevOps & CloudSoftware EngineeringJavaPythonC++JiraLinux

Autonomy Test and Evaluation Tools Software Engineer

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory ·

Laurel, United States

$100k-245k/year

Full-time

Imitation LearningReinforcement LearningAutonomous SystemsMachine LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsVerification & ValidationC++PythonGazeboROS 1 (Classic)

Senior Software Engineer - Autonomous Vehicles

NVIDIA ·

Remote (Germany)

Full-time

Verification & ValidationTensorRTC++PythonCUDALiDARLinuxQNX

Urban Robotics (Mechanical) Intern

Schaeffler ·

Singapore

Internship

C++PythonNVIDIA Isaac SimGazeboMuJoCoROS 2SolidWorks

Systems Development Engineer I - Advanced Robotics & AI Systems

Niagara Bottling ·

Diamond Bar, United States

$82k-119k/year

Full-time

Model Predictive ControlReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferSLAMNumPypandasSQLC++PythonModbus

Computer Science Robotics Intern

PickNik Inc. ·

Boulder, United States

Internship

MoveItC++PythonMuJoCoRobot Operating System (ROS)GitLinux

Senior C++/CUDA Systems Engineer, Surgical Robotics Platform

Horizon Surgical Systems, Inc. ·

Los Angeles, United States

$140k-160k/year

Full-time

Embedded SystemsSensors & InstrumentationSimulation & Digital TwinsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)TensorRTC++DDS (Data Distribution Service)CUDA

AI Robotics Researcher Intern - Mechanical Design - Human Data Collection - Wearable Systems

NIO ·

San Jose, United States

Internship

CAD & Mechanical DesignMotion ControlSensors & InstrumentationSimulation & Digital TwinsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Imitation LearningPerceptionCC++Python

Controls Engineering Manager

Versum Materials US ·

Chandler, United States

$153k-205k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipProject ManagementAgile / ScrumPLC ProgrammingCC++PythonCANEthernet/IP

Software Engineer - Robotics & Systems

Path Robotics ·

Columbus, United States

Full-time

Industrial CommunicationC++PythonLinuxNVIDIA JetsonRobot Operating System (ROS)

Senior Embodied AI Engineer

UnitX ·

Milpitas, United States

Full-time

Generative AI / LLMsImitation LearningReinforcement LearningTensorRTJAXPyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonCUDA

Senior UHV (Ultra High Vacuum) Robotics Engineer

Elbit America ·

Roanoke, United States

Full-time

CAD & Mechanical DesignComputer VisionHMI / SCADAMotion ControlPLC ProgrammingC#C++SQLEtherCATEthernet/IP

Research Engineer III - Teamed Autonomy

Texas A&M University System ·

Bryan, United States

$5,084.33 - $8,750/month

Full-time

Agile / ScrumEmbedded SystemsC++PythonLinuxRobot Operating System (ROS)

Staff Robotics System Engineer

Analog Devices ·

San Jose, United States

$198k-272k/year

Full-time

Machine LearningPath PlanningC++PythonROS 2RTOS

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 2,275 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 877 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 989 job postings, median salaries reach $177,025. Entry-level positions pay around $121,000, with experienced engineers earning $211,313 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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C++ Jobs in Robotics