Bosch

Technology

Founded in 1886 in Stuttgart by Robert Bosch, the Bosch Group is a leading global supplier of technology and services across Mobility, Industrial Technology, Consumer Goods, and Energy & Building Tech.

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Quick Facts

Founded: 1886
Founder: Robert Bosch
Headquarters: Gerlingen (near Stuttgart), Germany
Ownership: Robert Bosch Stiftung (94% Charitable Foundation)

About Bosch

Bosch was founded in 1886 in Stuttgart, Germany by inventor Robert Bosch as Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering. The invention of the low-voltage magneto ignition for motor vehicles launched Bosch into global automotive prominence.

Today, Bosch generates over €91 billion annually with 420,000+ associates worldwide. Uniquely structured with 94% of share capital held by non-profit foundation Robert Bosch Stiftung, Bosch invests heavily in long-term R&D across Mobility (EV powertrains, ADAS sensors, ABS), Industrial Tech (Bosch Rexroth hydraulics/automation), Power Tools, and Smart Home IoT.

What Bosch Does

Mobility Solutions

EV powertrains, autonomous driving ADAS radar/lidar sensors, ABS braking systems, and automotive electronics.

Bosch Rexroth (Industrial Tech)

Drive and control technologies, industrial hydraulics, factory automation, and mobile hydraulics.

Consumer Goods (Power Tools & BSH)

Bosch professional power tools, accessories, and BSH Household Appliances (Bosch, Siemens appliances).

Energy & Building Technology

Building security systems, video surveillance, HVAC heating systems, and commercial energy tech.

Career Areas

Types of professional roles found inside Bosch.

Embedded Software & Automotive Engineering
AI, Autonomous Driving & Radar Tech
Hardware & Semiconductor Engineering
Global Manufacturing & Plant Operations
Quality Management & Testing
Commercial Sales & Key Account Mgmt
Finance & Purchasing
Human Resources & Associate Dev

Bosch's History

1886
Precision Workshop Founded
Robert Bosch opens Workshop for Precision Mechanics and Electrical Engineering in Stuttgart.
1902
High-Voltage Magneto Spark Plug
Gottlob Honold invents high-voltage magneto spark plug, establishing automotive lighting & ignition standards.
1964
Robert Bosch Stiftung Founded
Charitable foundation established to carry out founder's philanthropic legacy with 94% ownership.
1978
ABS Mass Production
Bosch becomes world's first manufacturer to launch anti-lock braking system (ABS) for cars.
2021
Dresden Semiconductor Fab Open
Opens €1 billion AI-driven semiconductor wafer fabrication plant in Dresden, Germany.