C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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1032 jobs found (page 11 of 52)

C++

Systems Development Engineer II

Amazon ·

Austin / Bellevue

$129k-175k/year

Full-time

MentorshipVendor ManagementAgile / ScrumDevOps & CloudProject ManagementC#C++GoJavaPython

Edge AI Engineer (ROS 2/Computer Vision/Sensor Fusion)

Bosch Group ·

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Full-time

ASPICEISO 26262Technical LeadershipComputer VisionSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonGazeboMuJoCoNVIDIA Isaac Sim

Applied Science Intern - Frontier AI & Robotics

Amazon ·

San Francisco, United States

$156k/year

Internship

Motion ControlComputer VisionGenerative AI / LLMsMachine LearningPath PlanningPerceptionReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferJAXPyTorch

Applied Science Internship

Amazon ·

San Francisco, United States

$149k/year

Internship

Computer VisionSim-to-real transferVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Path PlanningMachine LearningReinforcement LearningJAXPyTorchC++Python

GNC Software Engineering Intern (Summer 2027)

Muon Space ·

Mountain View, United States

$40 - $50/hour

Internship

Software EngineeringVerification & ValidationC++Python

Senior Edge AI Engineer

Bosch Group ·

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Full-time

ASPICEISO 26262MentorshipTechnical LeadershipArtificial IntelligenceComputer VisionRegulatory ComplianceSensor FusionC++Python

Senior Functional Safety Engineer - Robotics

Algorized, Inc. ·

Campbell, United States

Full-time

FMEAVerification & ValidationEmbedded SystemsFunctional SafetyIndustrial CommunicationC++PythonLinuxRTOS

Senior Robotics Software Engineer

Anduril Industries ·

Waltham, United States

$191k-253k/year

Full-time

Reinforcement LearningAutonomous SystemsPath PlanningSimulation & Digital TwinsRustC++

Physical AI Automation Engineer / Senior Engineer

Accenture ·

Hartford / Carmel-by-the-Sea / Beaverton / Chicago + 19 other locations

Full-time

HMI / SCADAImitation LearningIndustrial CommunicationPLC ProgrammingReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferCAD & Mechanical DesignSimulation & Digital TwinsSoftware EngineeringVerification & Validation

Senior Autonomy Engineer

Caterpillar Inc. ·

Mossville, United States

$113k-183k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipAgile / ScrumEmbedded SystemsFunctional SafetyHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Industrial CommunicationVerification & ValidationC++Git

Senior Robotics Engineer

9 Mothers ·

Austin, United States

Full-time

Model Predictive ControlPCB DesignComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsSensor FusionCC++PythonRustDDS (Data Distribution Service)

Drone Program Specialist

Parsons Corporation ·

Westminster, United States

$64k-111k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipIndustrial RoboticsCAD & Mechanical DesignProject ManagementQuality MethodologiesRegulatory ComplianceSoftware EngineeringC++PythonDrones / UAV

Systems Development Engineer, Managed Edge Compute

Amazon ·

Austin, United States

$99k-160k/year

Full-time

Embedded SystemsC#C++JavaPythonRustMQTTAWSLinux

R&D Electrical Engineering Co-Op - Spring 2027

ABB ·

Bloomfield (Hybrid)

$20 - $34/hour

Internship

CC++Python

Graduate Autonomous Systems Engineer - Navigation, Controls, Hardware, Software, and Simulation

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory ·

Laurel, United States

$85k-165k/year

Full-time

Motion ControlAutonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)C++PythonSimulink

Senior Robotics Engineer, AMR

CTDI ·

West Goshen Township, United States

Full-time

CAD & Mechanical DesignCommissioningElectrical DesignIndustrial RoboticsLocalizationMotion ControlPath PlanningSLAMSQLC

Autonomous Systems Design Engineer: Controls, Navigation, Sensors, and Simulation

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory ·

Laurel, United States

$22.6 - $47.95/hour

Internship

Sensors & InstrumentationEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Machine LearningMotion ControlC++PythonRadarSimulink

2027 Summer Intern, PhD, Planner Machine Learning

Waymo ·

San Francisco (Hybrid)

$85/hour

Internship

Autonomous SystemsPath PlanningMachine LearningJAXPyTorchC++Python

Applied Robotics Engineer

General Intuition & Medal ·

Washington, United States

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementEmbedded SystemsImitation LearningPerceptionReinforcement LearningSensor FusionSensors & InstrumentationVerification & ValidationPyTorchTensorRT

UAV Systems Engineer - Guidance Navigation & Controls

Leonardo DRS, Inc. ·

Montgomery County, United States

$107k-145k/year

Full-time

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingC++PythonDrones / UAVRadarRTOSNVIDIA Jetson

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 1032 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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