Python Jobs in Robotics
Principal ML Systems Engineer, Data Platform (Autonomous Vehicles)
$233k-340k/year
Full-time
Senior UAV / Drone Systems Engineer
Freelance
Research Scientist - Vision-Language-Action (VLA) Models
$165k-185k/year
Full-time
Senior Research Scientist - Vision-Language-Action (VLA) Models
$185k-215k/year
Full-time
Staff Researcher – Embodied AI and Robotics
$250k-350k/year
Full-time
Staff Machine Learning Engineer, AV Core
$336k-370k/year
Full-time
Robotics Systems Intern - Sensor Platform
$19 - $65/hour
Internship
Senior System Software Engineer - Autonomous Vehicles
Full-time
Senior Data Engineer (Autonomous Vehicles Data)
Full-time
Lead Systems Engineer - UAV Propulsion
$128k-237k/year
Full-time
AI Lead – Autonomous Driving/Reasoning/Vision Language Action Models
$212k-318k/year
Full-time
Technical Director, Embedded Vehicle Software
Full-time
Sr. Engineer - Autonomy
$79k-127k/year
Full-time
Autonomous Drones Engineer
€50k-70k/year
Full-time
Staff Systems Engineer Autonomy
$207k-258k/year
Full-time
Sr. Autonomy Data Collection and Prototyping, Vehicle Build and Bring Up Engineer
$163k-204k/year
Full-time
Machine Learning Engineer Intern
$19 - $65/hour
Internship
QA/QC - Autonomy Software
Full-time
Sr. Drone Controls Engineer
Full-time
Application Software Engineer - Autonomous Vehicle Program
$78k-116k/year
Full-time
Market Insight for Python Jobs
Based on data from 3,319 job postings • Updated
Python dominates robotics hiring with 967 open positions. The language's strength in machine learning, computer vision, and rapid prototyping makes it essential across the industry. Robotics Software & AI companies lead demand, followed by autonomous vehicle and aerospace employers.
Salaries reflect Python's value. Based on 1437 job postings, median compensation is $165,000 annually. Entry-level roles start around $107,120, while experienced engineers reach $202,500 or higher. Machine learning specialization often commands premium rates.
Here's what matters: over 1,000 Python job listings also require C++. Real-time control and embedded systems still need compiled languages. Understanding how these programming languages work together separates capable robotics engineers from exceptional ones. Employers want both.
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