C++ Jobs in Robotics

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

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Intern - Software Engineering

Magna International ·

Southfield, United States

Internship

Sensors & InstrumentationADASAgile / ScrumCC++PythonI2CSPIUARTGit

Controls Engineer – Robotics & Automation

Knightscope ·

Sunnyvale, United States

$158k-210k/year

Full-time

Embedded SystemsModel Predictive ControlPath PlanningSensor FusionSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonGit

Hardware Verification Engineering Intern

Teradyne ·

North Reading, United States

$25.5 - $47/hour

Internship

Verification & ValidationC#C++JavaPythonI2CSPITCP/IPUARTUSB

Engineering Intern

Microchip Technology Inc. ·

Boulder, United States

$19 - $30/hour

Internship

PCB DesignC++PythonI2CSPIUARTUSBAltium DesignerLinuxMATLAB

Engineering Intern

Microchip Technology Inc. ·

Boulder, United States

$19 - $30/hour

Internship

Navigation & MappingPCB DesignC++PythonI2CSPIUARTUSBAltium DesignerLinux

Electronics and Software Technician

Destinus ·

Payerne (Hybrid)

Full-time

Sensors & InstrumentationCC++PythonCANModbusTCP/IPUARTUSBLinux

Software Engineering Manager, VMS

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

$220k-292k/year

Full-time

MentorshipStakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipAutonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsIndustrial RoboticsProject ManagementC++LinuxRTOS

Robotics Computer Vision Engineer

Formic ·

Oakland / San Francisco

$145k-200k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionMotion ControlSensors & InstrumentationPyTorchC++PythonCUDARobot Operating System (ROS)

Software Engineer, Simulation (Summer Intern)

DiDi Labs ·

San Jose, United States

$46/hour

Internship

Simulation & Digital TwinsC++CUDARobot Operating System (ROS)

Senior Flight Test Engineer - Mission Autonomy

Anduril Industries ·

Costa Mesa, United States

$146k-194k/year

Full-time

Simulation & Digital TwinsFMEAProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceC++GoPythonLinux

Senior Embedded Software Engineering Manager - Core Software and Platform

BLUE ORIGIN ·

Huntsville / Denver / Phoenix / Seattle + 2 other locations

$181k-276k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipAgile / ScrumGenerative AI / LLMsProject ManagementSoftware EngineeringCC++FPGARTOS

Robotics & AI Systems Development Engineer II

Niagara Bottling ·

Diamond Bar, United States

$100k-146k/year

Full-time

Computer VisionDevOps & CloudGenerative AI / LLMsHMI / SCADAMLOpsPath PlanningPLC ProgrammingSLAMC++Python

Research Engineer - Autonomous Collaborative Systems

RTX ·

East Hartford (Hybrid)

$87k-165k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementTechnical LeadershipDevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Computer VisionMachine LearningPerceptionPyTorchTensorFlowC++

Research Scientist - Autonomous Collaborative Systems

RTX ·

East Hartford (Hybrid)

$108k-205k/year

Full-time

Technical LeadershipDevOps & CloudHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Computer VisionPerceptionReinforcement LearningPyTorchTensorFlowC++Python

Robotics & Embedded Systems Intern

Odys Aviation ·

Long Beach, United States

Internship

Wiring Harness DesignSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonCANI2CSPIUARTMicrocontrollers (MCU)PX4

Staff Robotics Software Engineer

Fulfil Solutions ·

Mountain View, United States

$180k-215k/year

Full-time

MentorshipTechnical LeadershipPLC ProgrammingEmbedded SystemsHardware-in-the-loop (HIL)Motion ControlC++MQTTCANModbus

Senior Software Engineering Manager

Abbott ·

Alameda, United States

$149k-297k/year

Full-time

ISO 9001Software EngineeringEmbedded SystemsFDA Regulations (GMP)Project ManagementVerification & ValidationCC++

Embedded Software Intern

Bosch Group ·

Hà Nội, Vietnam

Internship

Electrical DesignCC++PythonMicrocontrollers (MCU)

Systems Software Engineer Intern

Saronic ·

Austin, United States

Internship

Autonomous SystemsEmbedded SystemsSensors & InstrumentationC++PythonRustLinuxRobot Operating System (ROS)

Sr. Systems Engineer Autonomy

Rivian ·

Palo Alto, United States

$163k-204k/year

Full-time

Stakeholder ManagementFMEAMotion ControlPath PlanningPerceptionRegulatory ComplianceC++PythonSQL

Market Insight for C++ Jobs

Based on data from 2,275 job postings • Updated

C++ remains the backbone of robotics systems where performance matters. With 879 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 989 job postings, median salaries reach $177,025. Entry-level positions pay around $121,000, with experienced engineers earning $211,313 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 989 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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