C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Software Engineer — Robotics Platform

CeiliX ·

Euskirchen (Hybrid)

Full-time

Computer VisionPLC ProgrammingElectrical DesignJavaScriptCC++GoMQTTProfinetGerman

Robotics Simulation Engineer (Sim2Real Focus)

Agile Robots SE ·

Munich, Germany

Full-time

Industrial RoboticsReinforcement LearningMotion ControlSim-to-real transferC++PythonROS 2GazeboMuJoCoNVIDIA Isaac Sim

Field Robotics Engineer

Gravis Robotics ·

Austin, United States

Full-time

Electrical DesignProject ManagementC++PythonCANGitLinuxRobot Operating System (ROS)

Research Engineer (Embodied AI)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore ·

Singapore

Full-time

Reinforcement LearningVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Motion ControlPerceptionMoveItC++PythonUniversal Robots (UR)

Robot and Automation Programming Specialist

EPC POWER CORP. ·

Poway, United States

Full-time

Regulatory ComplianceHMI / SCADAIndustrial CommunicationMachine LearningPLC ProgrammingProject ManagementC++JavaPython

Research Associate (Robotics & Machine Learning)

Nanyang Technological University Singapore ·

Singapore

Full-time

Industrial RoboticsCC++Python

Embedded Systems Intern

Efficient Computer ·

Pittsburgh, United States

Internship

Machine LearningPythonCC++I2CSPIUARTRTOS

Autonomy Engineer

Archer ·

San Jose, United States

$170k-215k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipVerification & ValidationAgile / ScrumComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)LocalizationRegulatory ComplianceSensor FusionC++

Robot Service & Support Engineer

Agile Robots SE ·

Petaluma, United States

Full-time

CAD & Mechanical DesignCommissioningElectrical DesignPLC ProgrammingRoot Cause AnalysisSensors & InstrumentationC++Python

Senior SCADA Systems Engineer - Operational Technology

Nammo Defense Systems, Inc ·

Mesa, United States

Full-time

Industrial CommunicationC++JavaLadder LogicPythonSQLAllen-Bradley / RockwellIgnitionLinux

R&D Software Engineer

Excelitas Technologies ·

Boulder County, United States

$110k-150k/year

Full-time

Motion ControlEmbedded SystemsHMI / SCADAJavaScriptSQLC++PythonC#Git

Sr. Engineer - Autonomy

Oshkosh Corporation ·

Frederick, United States

$79k-127k/year

Full-time

MentorshipPLC ProgrammingADASComputer VisionPath PlanningSensor FusionC#PythonSQLC

Autonomy Engineer

Nextpower ·

Fremont / Folsom

$160k-190k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionLocalizationModel Predictive ControlSensor FusionTensorRTCC++PythonRustCUDA

Robotics Controls Engineer

Exol ·

Austin, United States

$96k-132k/year

Full-time

Embedded SystemsLocalizationMotion ControlSensor FusionC++Git

Software Robotics Design Engineer

strategic HR, inc. ·

Middleton, United States

$110k-150k/year

Full-time

Simulation & Digital TwinsCommissioningHMI / SCADAIndustrial RoboticsMotion ControlPLC ProgrammingC#C++PythonAllen-Bradley / Rockwell

Autonomous Drones Engineer

HyLight ·

Paris, France

€50k-70k/year

Full-time

PLC ProgrammingProject ManagementC++PythonPX4MATLABSimulink

Mid-to-Senior Data Scientist

SimVentions, Inc ·

Dahlgren, United States

$110k-162k/year

Full-time

Agile / ScrumComputer VisionMachine LearningC++JavaPythonGitLinuxMATLAB

Senior Applied Scientist

Amazon ·

San Francisco (Hybrid)

$192k-260k/year

Full-time

MentorshipLocalizationSim-to-real transferSLAMSensor FusionPyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonROS 2

Sr Electrical Engineer, Robotics

Imperative Care ·

Campbell, United States

$139k-168k/year

Full-time

FDA Regulations (GMP)Motion ControlPCB DesignSensors & InstrumentationCC++PythonAltium Designer

PLC Software Engineer

Proserv ·

Rottingdean, United Kingdom

Full-time

CommissioningIndustrial CommunicationHMI / SCADAPLC ProgrammingCC++Git

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 2,753 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 852 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 1206 job postings, median salaries reach $175,000. Entry-level positions pay around $120,321, 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 1206 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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