C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Sr. Applied Scientist - SLAM

Amazon ·

North Reading, United States

$167k-226k/year

Full-time

Machine LearningPerceptionSLAMNumPyscikit-learnTensorFlowC++JavaPythonLiDAR

System Development Engineer II, Robotics Integration and Optimization Services

Amazon ·

Arlington, United States

$129k-175k/year

Full-time

DevOps & CloudEmbedded SystemsMotion ControlC#C++GoJavaPythonRustEtherCAT

Software Engineer, Autonomy Controls

Aurora Innovation ·

Mountain View (Hybrid)

$146k-212k/year

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsFunctional SafetyVerification & ValidationMotion ControlSensor FusionC++

Sr. AI Research Engineer, Autonomous Systems & Robotics Research

Field AI ·

Pittsburgh, United States

Full-time

MentorshipSim-to-real transferMotion ControlSensor FusionMachine LearningNavigation & MappingPerceptionC++PythonROS 2

Robotics Engineer

Scale AI ·

San Francisco, United States

$207k-259k/year

Full-time

MLOpsCAD & Mechanical DesignComputer VisionDevOps & CloudIndustrial RoboticsMachine LearningProject ManagementSensor FusionC++Java

Perception Software Intern — Humanoid Robotics

Apptronik ·

Austin, United States

Internship

Simulation & Digital TwinsComputer VisionMachine LearningPerceptionSensor FusionOpenCVJAXPyTorchTensorFlowC++

Analog Software Engineering Manager

Teradyne ·

San Jose, United States

$182k-292k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipRoot Cause AnalysisCC++FPGAGit

Autonomous Systems Engineer

STARK ·

Berlin, Germany

Full-time

Computer VisionPerceptionMotion ControlAutonomous SystemsSensor FusionSimulation & Digital TwinsCC++PX4NVIDIA Jetson

Machine Learning Engineer (Student Position)

Mobileye ·

Ramat Gan (Hybrid)

Internship

Computer VisionPerceptionMachine LearningPyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonDockerGitLinux

Graduate Trainee in Advanced Deployable Space Structures

ESA ·

Noordwijk, Netherlands

Internship

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)CC++PythonFrench

Graduate Trainee in Autonomous Collision Avoidance Data Validation in Flight Dynamics Operations

ESA ·

Darmstadt, Germany

Internship

Autonomous SystemsC++PythonFrench

Innovation Trainee

Faurecia ·

Paris, France

Internship

Embedded SystemsSensor FusionC++PythonGitJiraLinuxRadar

Software Engineer Intern, Pose (Vehicle State Estimation)

Nuro ·

Mountain View, United States

Internship

Autonomous SystemsSLAMCC++LiDARIMU

Software Engineer / Computer Scientist

SeaLandAire Technologies ·

Jackson, United States

Full-time

Electrical DesignCC++PythonRS-485Altium DesignerDockerLinuxRTOSMicrocontrollers (MCU)

Helix AI Engineer, Robot Learning

Figure ·

San Jose, United States

Full-time

MentorshipSimulation & Digital TwinsImitation LearningPerceptionReinforcement LearningPyTorchC++Python

Senior Robotics Engineer

GE Appliances, a Haier company ·

Louisville, United States

Full-time

Vendor ManagementSix SigmaComputer VisionPLC ProgrammingProject ManagementSimulation & Digital TwinsCC++C#Python

Lead Engineer - Robotics & Autonomous Systems

GE Vernova ·

Town of Niskayuna, United States

$98k-164k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsCAD & Mechanical DesignCommissioningComputer VisionHydraulicsMachine LearningPath PlanningPerception

Lead Roboticist (Electrical Engineering) - Robotics & Autonomous Systems Research

GE Vernova ·

Town of Niskayuna, United States

$98k-164k/year

Full-time

PLC ProgrammingOpenCVPCL (Point Cloud Library)PyTorchTensorFlowCC++PythonABBAllen-Bradley / Rockwell

Automotive Systems & Applications Engineer - Intern

NXP Semiconductors ·

United States

Internship

Motion ControlPCB DesignSimulation & Digital TwinsCC++CANMicrocontrollers (MCU)SimulinkLabViewRTOS

Software Engineering Manager, Robotics 3D Perception and Simulation

NVIDIA ·

Santa Clara, United States

$224k-431k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipSim-to-real transferMachine LearningImitation LearningPerceptionReinforcement LearningJAXPyTorchTensorFlow

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 1,722 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 905 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 753 job postings, median salaries reach $179,700. Entry-level positions pay around $124,800, with experienced engineers earning $212,675 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 753 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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