C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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1034 jobs found (page 38 of 52)

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Senior Embodied AI Engineer

Orica ·

Centennial (Hybrid)

$130k-150k/year

Full-time

MentorshipComputer VisionLocalizationSensor FusionSim-to-real transferSLAMVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)C++PythonCAN

Senior Tactile Embedded Controls Research Engineer

Apple ·

Santa Clara, United States

Full-time

Embedded SystemsMotion ControlSensors & InstrumentationCC++Linux

Machine Learning Systems Engineer

Qualcomm ·

Santa Clara, United States

$142k-213k/year

Full-time

Machine LearningCC++PythonIMUMATLAB

Software and Robotics Engineer

RobCo ·

Austin (Hybrid)

Full-time

DevOps & CloudMotion ControlC++PythonGerman

Senior Platform Software Engineer, DriveAV - Autonomous Vehicles

NVIDIA ·

Bengaluru, India

Full-time

ASPICEISO 26262ADASCC++LiDARRadarLinuxQNX

Sr Scientist, Plasma Control

TAE Technologies, Inc ·

Irvine, United States

$120k-145k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipMachine LearningMotion ControlCC++FPGARTOSSimulink

Lead Scientist, Plasma Control

TAE Technologies, Inc ·

Irvine, United States

Full-time

Technical LeadershipMachine LearningMotion ControlCC++FPGARTOSSimulink

Principal Robotics Software Engineer

Wilder Systems ·

Austin, United States

$180k-225k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipDevOps & CloudMachine LearningSimulation & Digital TwinsPath PlanningPerceptionC++Python

Robotics Software Engineer

Summer Robotics ·

Campbell, United States

Full-time

Industrial RoboticsDevOps & CloudMoveItC++PythonDockerGazeboMuJoCoNVIDIA Isaac SimNVIDIA Jetson

Senior Algorithms Engineer (Robotics)

Summer Robotics ·

Campbell, United States

$180k-250k/year

Full-time

DevOps & CloudIndustrial RoboticsEmbedded SystemsC++CUDA

Robotics Software Engineer - II/III

SRI International ·

Menlo Park, United States

$91k-172k/year

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsMotion ControlSensor FusionOpenCVPyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonDocker

Software Engineer, Robotics Infrastructure

DoorDash USA ·

San Francisco, United States

$168k-247k/year

Full-time

DevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)C++PythonDDS (Data Distribution Service)NVIDIA JetsonROS 2

Software Engineer, Planning & Controls - Autonomy & Robotics

DoorDash USA ·

San Francisco, United States

$199k-292k/year

Full-time

Model Predictive ControlEmbedded SystemsNavigation & MappingPath PlanningSimulation & Digital TwinsC++PX4

Simulation Engineer III, Autonomy & Robotics

BLUE ORIGIN ·

Spokane / Seattle

$165k-231k/year

Full-time

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingC++PythonCUDADockerKubernetesGazeboIMULiDAR

Robotics Development Engineer

Beyond Vision ·

Vila Franca de Xira, Portugal

€1,400 - €1,750/month

Full-time

Hardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) testingLocalizationSensor FusionC++PythonNVIDIA JetsonROS 2

Robotics Engineer - System Integration

AI Robot Association ·

Ota, Japan

Full-time

DevOps & CloudVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)C++PythonMuJoCoNVIDIA Isaac SimROS 2

Software Engineer III

LMI Technologies ·

Dexter, United States

Full-time

Machine LearningComputer VisionC++PythonGitCUDA

AI Research Scientist, SysML

Meta ·

Sunnyvale, United States

$154k-217k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionGenerative AI / LLMsMachine LearningPyTorchTensorFlowC++Python

Senior Controls Engineer R&D

Superior Essex ·

Fort Wayne, United States

Full-time

National Electrical Code (NEC)NFPA 70eHMI / SCADAPLC ProgrammingC++PythonSQLStructured TextEtherCATEthernet/IP

Software Engineer - Maritime Autonomy (AUV/UUV)

GRVTY ·

Ventura, United States

$150k-170k/year

Full-time

Industrial RoboticsAutonomous SystemsSoftware EngineeringC#C++CANI2CRS-485SPITCP/IP

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 1034 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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