C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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1034 jobs found (page 43 of 52)

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Staff Perception Engineer – Robotics

Knightscope ·

Sunnyvale, United States

$240k-275k/year

Full-time

MentorshipVision-Language Models (VLM/VLA)Computer VisionMachine LearningSensor FusionTensorRTC++PythonCUDANVIDIA Isaac Sim

Staff Robot Intelligence & Integration Engineer

Knightscope ·

Sunnyvale, United States

$240k-275k/year

Full-time

ISO 26262MentorshipTechnical LeadershipArtificial IntelligenceMotion ControlPath PlanningC++PythonROS 2

Robotics Software Engineer – Ground Control & Onboard Systems

Flybotix ·

Renens, Switzerland

Full-time

C++RustFrenchCUDANVIDIA JetsonPX4Unreal EngineDockerLinuxROS 2

Software Engineer, Command Control Mission Autonomy

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

$166k-220k/year

Full-time

Autonomous SystemsDevOps & CloudPath PlanningSimulation & Digital TwinsC++GoJavaPythonRust

Autonomy Software Systems Engineer II

BLUE ORIGIN ·

Seattle / Washington

$99k-139k/year

Full-time

DevOps & CloudVerification & ValidationEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Motion ControlC++Python

Fleet Orchestration Engineer

Neura Robotics ·

Metzingen, Germany

Full-time

Path PlanningC++PythonROS 2

Staff Software Engineer, Robotics

Divergent ·

Torrance (Hybrid)

$141k-225k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionIndustrial CommunicationMotion ControlPath PlanningPLC ProgrammingIndustrial RoboticsSoftware EngineeringC#C++Python

Robotics Systems Software Engineer

Divergent ·

Torrance, United States

$141k-194k/year

Full-time

Generative AI / LLMsIndustrial CommunicationIndustrial RoboticsOpenCVPCL (Point Cloud Library)MoveItC#TypeScriptC++Python

Industrial Robotics Engineer

Divergent ·

Torrance (Hybrid)

$141k-194k/year

Full-time

Generative AI / LLMsIndustrial RoboticsOpenCVPCL (Point Cloud Library)MoveItC#TypeScriptC++PythonDocker

Senior Robotics Software Engineer, Sensor Fusion

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

$191k-253k/year

Full-time

LocalizationSensor FusionC++PythonRustCANI2CSPITCP/IPLinux

Computer Vision Engineer – Autonomy & Perception

Pivotal ·

Palo Alto, United States

Full-time

SLAMSensor FusionOpenCVPyTorchTensorFlowC++PythonRustDrones / UAVGazebo

Research Engineer, Robotics

Meta ·

Redmond, United States

$219k-301k/year

Full-time

Simulation & Digital TwinsC++CUDA

Associate Robotics Software Engineer

iKnowHow S.A. ·

Athens (Hybrid)

Full-time

SLAMLocalizationSensor FusionNav2C++PythonDockerGazeboGitIMU

Staff Software Engineer, Robotics

Imperative Care ·

Campbell, United States

$207k-230k/year

Full-time

Agile / ScrumFunctional SafetyIndustrial RoboticsMotion ControlPLC ProgrammingC++PythonLinuxQNXRobot Operating System (ROS)

Senior Orbit Dynamics and Mission Analysis Engineer

HIKINEX ·

Montreal, Canada

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipC++C#PythonFrenchGitMATLAB

AI Infra Onboard Performance Intern

XPENG ·

Santa Clara, United States

Internship

Autonomous SystemsIndustrial RoboticsC++PythonCUDA

Senior GNC Robotics Engineer

Mission Control Space Services ·

Ottawa (Hybrid)

C$105k-170k/year

Full-time

MentorshipComputer VisionEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Path PlanningSensor FusionSLAMC++PythonDocker

Member of Technical Staff (Robotics Research Lead)

Reka ·

London, United Kingdom

Full-time

Computer VisionMachine LearningPerceptionSimulation & Digital TwinsC++Python

Field Application Engineer – Robotics MCU & Motor Control

NXP Semiconductors ·

San Jose / Austin (Hybrid)

$166k-229k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipFunctional SafetyEmbedded SystemsMotion ControlPCB DesignCC++CANEtherCATRTOS

Senior Electronics Engineer

Ensera Design ·

Bristol (Hybrid)

£65k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementFMEAPCB DesignCC++I2CSPITCP/IPUARTUSB

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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Based on 2072 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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