Write your own success storyat Vector. In C, C++, or Java.Write your own success storyat Vector. In C, C++, or Java.Write your own success storyat Vector. In C, C++, or Java.Write your ownsuccess story at Vector.In C, C++, or Java.Write your ownsuccess story at Vector.In C, C++, or Java.A Passion for IT Since 1988
For over 30 years, we have been the partner of manufacturers and suppliers in the automotive industry and related sectors in the development of technology for the mobility of tomorrow. Starting as a 3-man start-up, we have grown into a global company with over 4500 employees in 32 locations and a rock-solid financial base.
We Take Responsibility for Our Future
A large part of people’s lives is taken up by working. So it's all the better if you can identify with your employer – even beyond the day-to-day work. It's a good feeling to know that your employer is supporting important projects in the areas of research, education, social commitment and climate protection. That’s great, right?
What does that specifically look like at Vector?
In 2011, the founders of Vector placed their company shares in the hands of a family foundation and a charitable trust. “Many have contributed to the success of our company. That's why many people should share in it.” This is the guiding principle of the Foundation's founders. A portion of the company's profits flows into the Foundation, which then support charitable projects in the areas of research, education and social commitment. In 2024, 94 million euros of funding in total was exceeded – and we are very proud of that. But not only that: With the Foundation as a basis, Vector is independent and assured a good future, and this also means that we can base our strategic actions solely on the expectations of our customers.
Sustainable Commitment
Vector is a global IT company and at the same time an employer of more than 4500 people at its locations throughout the world. This means that we bear a large responsibility for our employees, the market, the environment and society as a whole. And because we take this responsibility very seriously, we act on it – every single day. In all our activities, we always keep an eye on long-term, sustainable and social development.
Sounds good? Then find out here about Vector's extensive commitment to social issues, the enviroment and education.
Our Company History: IT With Tradition
Our company history begins at the end of the 1980s. A lot has changed since then. Here are our most important milestones summarized for you:
2024
Dr. Volker Wetekam and Dr. Matthias Traub join Dr. Thomas Beck as managing directors following Thomas Riegraf's well-deserved retirement. With an inviting working atmosphere, a green facade on all sides and a roller slide staircase: the new company building in Karlsruhe has a lot to offer. Our company restaurants in Stuttgart and Regensburg are ranked number 1 in Germany by a canteen test. CSM GmbH and EYYES GmbH become part of the Vector Group.
2023
Vector celebrates its 35th anniversary and welcomes its 4,000th employee worldwide. In May, the Chemnitz-based company BASELABS becomes part of the Vector Group. In the "Germany's Best Employer 2023" competition, employees vote us into second place.
2022
The University of Stuttgart awards Vector founders honorary senatorship for their commitment to research and education. Sales exceed the 1 billion euro mark for the first time.
2021
Vector achieves the 1st place in the Competition “Germany's Best Employer 2021” in the category of employers with 2,001 to 5,000 employees.
2020
The 3,000 barrier was broken: In January, Vector welcomed its three thousandth employee. As of mid-March, home office became the preferred workplace due to the Corona pandemic.
2018
The corks are popping: the 30th anniversary of the company's founding.
2017
Further increases – there are now more than 2,000 Vectorians worldwide. Sales exceed 500 million euros.
2016
The new main building in Stuttgart is occupied. Foundation of Vector Venture Capital GmbH to support start-ups.
2015
Recognition – Award for best German IT employer with 1,000 or more employees.
2011
Meanwhile, the number of employees worldwide has reached four figures. We now have 1,000 employees working for us worldwide. The Vector Group is owned by the non-profit Vector Foundation and the Vector Family Foundation.
2008
Bridge building – connecting all three buildings.
2006
Sales jump to 100 million euros.
2004
Steady improvement – the company is substantially expanded, another building follows.
2001
For the first time, the company moves into its own building.
1999
Growth continues – the 100th employee worldwide is hired.
1998
Establishment of the second branch office in Tokyo. Sales exceed 10 million euros.
1997
Conquering the world – first foreign subsidiary near Detroit.
1994
The 25th employee is hired. CANoe and CANbedded are launched onto the market.
1991
New developments – the concept for the first Vector software is ready: The CANalyzer.
1990
Vector grows – relocation to the mattress factory at the railroad station in Ditzingen.
1988
This is how it all began – Vector was founded on April 1 in a single-family home in Stuttgart, Germany.
