C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Senior Software Engineer Robotics Motion Control

Wandelbots GmbH ·

Dresden, Germany

Full-time

MentorshipSensor FusionVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Motion ControlPath PlanningSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PythonGermanDocker

Tech Lead - Autonomy Performance, Robotaxi

Wayve ·

London (Hybrid)

Full-time

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

Staff Autonomy Integration Engineer

Shield AI ·

Bengaluru, India

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementRegulatory ComplianceSensor FusionSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)Drones / UAVLinuxRTOS

Staff Engineer, Autonomy Behaviors

Shield AI ·

Bengaluru, India

Full-time

MentorshipStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipNavigation & MappingSimulation & Digital TwinsAutonomous SystemsPath PlanningProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringVerification & Validation

Embodied AI Engineer (Humanoid Robotics)

Bosch Group ·

Shanghai, China

Full-time

Technical LeadershipIndustrial RoboticsVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)CommissioningComputer VisionMachine LearningPerceptionVerification & ValidationMoveItOpenCV

Expert Machine Learning Engineer

Aptiv ·

Krakow (Hybrid)

Full-time

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

Senior ML & AI Engineer

HERE Technologies ·

Mumbai, India

Full-time

Vision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Computer VisionGenerative AI / LLMsMLOpsscikit-learnPyTorchTensorFlowC++JavaPython

Robotics Application Engineer – Laboratory Automation

FRANKA ROBOTICS GmbH ·

Munich, Germany

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementVendor ManagementHMI / SCADACommissioningFunctional SafetyIndustrial RoboticsTechnical SalesCC++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)

Senior Research Scientist – Optimization & Control for Energy and Industrial Applications

ABB ·

Mannheim (Hybrid)

Full-time

Technical LeadershipMachine LearningProject ManagementSimulation & Digital TwinsSoftware EngineeringC#C++Python

Robotics Research Infrastructure

Tutor Intelligence ·

Watertown, United States

$100k-300k/year

Full-time

MLOpsDevOps & CloudC++RustPythonDockerLinux

Embedded Systems Intern

EngeniusMicro, LLC. ·

Huntsville, United States

Internship

PCB DesignEmbedded SystemsCC++CANI2CSPIUARTUSBGit

Embedded Electronics and Robotics Engineering Associate

University of Texas at Austin ·

Austin, United States

$89k-120k/year

Full-time

Sensors & InstrumentationElectrical DesignEmbedded SystemsPCB DesignCC++JavaFPGAKiCadLinux

Systems Engineer, Robotics Hardware, Large Wheeled Platforms

Field AI ·

Irvine, United States

$100k-200k/year

Full-time

ISO 26262Model Predictive ControlVerification & ValidationHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Motion ControlNavigation & MappingSim-to-real transferSoftware EngineeringSoftware-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingC++

Head of Autonomy

Teleo ·

Palo Alto, United States

$250k-300k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipFunctional SafetyHydraulicsAutonomous SystemsImitation LearningLocalizationMLOpsModel Predictive ControlPath Planning

Applied Scientist II - Robotics & Physical AI, Autonomous Lab, WW Sustainability

Amazon ·

Seattle, United States

$143k-193k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipImitation LearningIndustrial RoboticsMotion ControlPath PlanningReinforcement LearningSim-to-real transferVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)C++Java

Autonomy & Robotics Engineering Intern

AeroVironment ·

Dayton / Pottstown / San Diego / Minneapolis + 11 other locations

Internship

Embedded SystemsPath PlanningPerceptionSimulation & Digital TwinsComputer VisionCC++PythonDrones / UAVMATLAB

Embedded Firmware Co-op

Amazon ·

North Reading / Westboro

$109k/year

Internship

Software EngineeringDevOps & CloudProject ManagementAgile / ScrumEmbedded SystemsGenerative AI / LLMsCC++Rust

Electronics Engineer (Hardware and Software)

ENTRON CONTROLS LLC ·

Greer, United States

Full-time

Electrical DesignEmbedded SystemsCC++JavaEthernet/IPI2CModbusRS-485SPI

Engineering Manager, Active Sensors (LiDAR)

Torc Robotics ·

Fort Worth / Blacksburg / Ann Arbor (Hybrid)

Full-time

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

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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C++ Jobs in Robotics

Senior Software Engineer Robotics Motion Control