Careers in Robotics

C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Robotics Simulation)

Redmond, United States

$120k-261k/year

Full-time

MentorshipReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferJAXPyTorchTensorFlowCC#C++Java

Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Robotics Simulation)

Redmond, United States

$120k-235k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionCC#C++JavaJavaScriptPythonFusion 360GazeboLiDAR

Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Robot Learning)

Redmond, United States

$102k-219k/year

Full-time

Imitation LearningReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)TensorFlowJAXNumPyPyTorchCC#

Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Navigation)

Redmond, United States

$102k-219k/year

Full-time

Imitation LearningLocalizationModel Predictive ControlPath PlanningPerceptionSimulation & Digital TwinsSLAMMoveItNav2C#

Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Perception)

Redmond, United States

$120k-235k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipLocalizationPerceptionSensor FusionSLAMMoveItNav2PCL (Point Cloud Library)CC#

Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Software Systems)

Redmond, United States

$143k-275k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipMentorshipSimulation & Digital TwinsTensorRTGoRustCC#C++Java

Member of Technical Staff, Microsoft Robotics (Software Systems)

Redmond, United States

$120k-235k/year

Full-time

DevOps & CloudGoRustCC#C++JavaPythonAWSAzure

Machine Learning Engineer - Semantic Reasoning (Highway)

Boston / Foster City

$189k-258k/year

Full-time

Vision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Computer VisionEmbedded SystemsMachine LearningJAXPyTorchC++Python

Robotics & AI Systems Development Engineer II

Niagara Bottling ·

Diamond Bar, United States

$100k-146k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionDevOps & CloudGenerative AI / LLMsMLOpsPath PlanningPLC ProgrammingRoot Cause AnalysisSLAMC++Python

Robotics Framework Engineer II

Austin, United States

Full-time

Functional SafetyDevOps & CloudEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingC++PythonEtherCATRTOSGazebo

Applied Scientist - ML and Robotics

North Reading, United States

$143k-193k/year

Full-time

Imitation LearningMotion ControlReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferSoftware EngineeringSimulation & Digital TwinsC++JavaPython

Senior Software Engineer, Robotics

Berkshire Grey ·

Bedford, United States

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipPath PlanningSimulation & Digital TwinsMoveItC++PythonABBDockerFANUC

Software Engineer - Robotics Generalist

AeroVironment ·

Pittsburgh, United States

$91k-129k/year

Full-time

Agile / ScrumDevOps & CloudIndustrial CommunicationIndustrial RoboticsRoot Cause AnalysisC++DDS (Data Distribution Service)Robot Operating System (ROS)GitLinux

Senior ML Engineer - Next-Generation Autonomous Driving

Munich, Germany

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsRegulatory ComplianceADASGenerative AI / LLMsIndustrial RoboticsMachine LearningPerceptionPyTorchTensorFlowC++

Robotics Application Engineer

Sereact GmbH ·

Stuttgart, Germany

Full-time

Industrial RoboticsPath PlanningPerceptionC++PythonGazeboROS 2

Robotics Simulation Engineer II

Austin, United States

Full-time

Sim-to-real transferDevOps & CloudC++PythonGazeboIsaac LabMuJoCoROS 2

Robotics Intern

Faraday Future ·

El Segundo, United States

$32 - $41/hour

Internship

Sim-to-real transferImitation LearningIndustrial RoboticsPath PlanningReinforcement LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsPyTorchC++PythonGazebo

Senior Field Autonomy Applications Engineer

May Mobility ·

Ann Arbor, United States

$92k-114k/year

Full-time

MentorshipAutonomous SystemsCAD & Mechanical DesignElectrical DesignCC++JavaPythonLinux

(Senior) Software Engineer, Deep Learning

Fremont, United States

$140k-280k/year

Full-time

Path PlanningImitation LearningReinforcement LearningVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)TensorRTC++PythonCUDA

Robot Software Platform Engineer

Anvil Robotics ·

Taipei, Taiwan

Full-time

Computer VisionMotion ControlSensors & InstrumentationRoot Cause AnalysisC++PythonCANDockerLinuxROS 2

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 3,248 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 921 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 1441 job postings, median salaries reach $175,000. Entry-level positions pay around $121,993, with experienced engineers earning $210,000 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 1441 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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