Integrity & Compliance
Acting with integrity, responsibility and lawful conduct is an integral part of our corporate culture at CARIAD. They form the basis for our actions.
We take responsibility – as a member of society, as a business partner and in the workplace
Compliance
At CARIAD, we use a Compliance Management System (CMS) in accordance with internationally recognized standards.
Our CMS reflects the principles, measures, processes and structures that must be permanently established and continuously improved in order to comply with laws and counteract systematic misconduct.
Whistleblower
Complying with statutory regulations and internal rules, and the principles laid down in our Code of Conduct and the Code of Conduct for Business Partners Business Partners CoC , has top priority at CARIAD. The success of our company is based on Integrity and Compliance. To meet these standards, it is important to learn of potential employee or supplier misconduct and to put a stop to it. Therefore, we entrusted the Volkswagen Group of America to operate an independent, impartial, and confidential Whistleblower System on our behalf.
If anyone suspects a violation of the Code of Conduct or any other misconduct in our work environment at CARIAD Inc., you can report by either calling the hotline anonymously, mailing in a concern, or emailing.
You can access the whistleblower system through the following channels:
Email: VWGoACorporateCompliance@vw.com
Phone: +1-888-228-7317 (available 24/7)
Website: Volkswagen Group Whistleblower System
By Mail: Attn: Compliance, 2200 Ferdinand Porsche Dr, Herndon, VA 20171 USA
The Whistleblower System provides points of contact for reporting violations of regulations in connection with CARIAD Inc. When a violation occurs at CARIAD Inc. the Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer at VWGoA immediately contacts the appropriate internal and external parties for triaging complaints/ violations. This includes escalating specific issues to the Volkswagen AG in Germany for any violations regarding human rights and environmental issues. In addition, experienced external lawyers act as neutral mediators (ombudspersons) for us. They are tasked with receiving reports and forwarding the information – anonymously, if requested – to our whistleblower system for further processing.
The whistleblower system is committed to protecting the Whistleblower and the individual affected. We do not tolerate retaliation of or pressure on whistleblowers. The individuals affected are presumed innocent until convicted of an offense.
For additional information regarding reporting fraud waste and abuse please visit:
How do we process your report?
The qualified and experienced colleagues at the Investigation Office examine every report for potential misconduct by a Volkswagen Group employee thoroughly and follow it up systematically. First, you will get a confirmation of receipt. The Investigation Office then assesses your report. This includes gathering facts particularly from the whistleblower. Only if this initial evaluation shows grounds for suspicion of a violation an investigation by a dedicated Investigating Unit will be started. Afterwards, the results of the investigation will be assessed by the Investigation Office and appropriate measures will be recommended. Information about the status* and the outcome of the procedure will be given to you without undue delay.
Potential violations of the Code of Conduct for Business Partners by suppliers, including serious risks and violations of human rights and environment by direct and indirect suppliers, can also be reported to the Investigation Office – as well as reports requiring otherwise immediate action. The Investigation Office will inform the responsible departments, who will process the issue accordingly. This particularly includes taking the necessary measures to minimize or end violations and/or risks.
Find more information on the procedural principles of our whistleblower system here.
* The processing time varies depending on the subject of the procedure.
Integrity
For us, setting an example of integrity means doing the right thing in our professional environment out of our own conviction.
Integrity, transparency and fairness are crucial to creating credibility and trust in business transactions. We therefore attach particular importance to consistently implementing and clearly communicating the legal framework, internal Group guidelines and corporate values.
Compliance
At CARIAD, we use a Compliance Management System (CMS) in accordance with internationally recognized standards.
Our CMS reflects the principles, measures, processes and structures that must be permanently established and continuously improved in order to comply with laws and counteract systematic misconduct.
Whistleblower
Complying with statutory regulations and internal rules, and the principles laid down in our Code of Conduct and the Code of Conduct for Business Partners Business Partners CoC , has top priority at CARIAD. The success of our company is based on Integrity and Compliance. To meet these standards, it is important to learn of potential employee or supplier misconduct and to put a stop to it. Therefore, we entrusted the Volkswagen Group of America to operate an independent, impartial, and confidential Whistleblower System on our behalf.
If anyone suspects a violation of the Code of Conduct or any other misconduct in our work environment at CARIAD Inc., you can report by either calling the hotline anonymously, mailing in a concern, or emailing.
You can access the whistleblower system through the following channels:
Email: VWGoACorporateCompliance@vw.com
Phone: +1-888-228-7317 (available 24/7)
Website: Volkswagen Group Whistleblower System
By Mail: Attn: Compliance, 2200 Ferdinand Porsche Dr, Herndon, VA 20171 USA
The Whistleblower System provides points of contact for reporting violations of regulations in connection with CARIAD Inc. When a violation occurs at CARIAD Inc. the Chief Compliance and Ethics Officer at VWGoA immediately contacts the appropriate internal and external parties for triaging complaints/ violations. This includes escalating specific issues to the Volkswagen AG in Germany for any violations regarding human rights and environmental issues. In addition, experienced external lawyers act as neutral mediators (ombudspersons) for us. They are tasked with receiving reports and forwarding the information – anonymously, if requested – to our whistleblower system for further processing.
The whistleblower system is committed to protecting the Whistleblower and the individual affected. We do not tolerate retaliation of or pressure on whistleblowers. The individuals affected are presumed innocent until convicted of an offense.
For additional information regarding reporting fraud waste and abuse please visit:
How do we process your report?
The qualified and experienced colleagues at the Investigation Office examine every report for potential misconduct by a Volkswagen Group employee thoroughly and follow it up systematically. First, you will get a confirmation of receipt. The Investigation Office then assesses your report. This includes gathering facts particularly from the whistleblower. Only if this initial evaluation shows grounds for suspicion of a violation an investigation by a dedicated Investigating Unit will be started. Afterwards, the results of the investigation will be assessed by the Investigation Office and appropriate measures will be recommended. Information about the status* and the outcome of the procedure will be given to you without undue delay.
Potential violations of the Code of Conduct for Business Partners by suppliers, including serious risks and violations of human rights and environment by direct and indirect suppliers, can also be reported to the Investigation Office – as well as reports requiring otherwise immediate action. The Investigation Office will inform the responsible departments, who will process the issue accordingly. This particularly includes taking the necessary measures to minimize or end violations and/or risks.
Find more information on the procedural principles of our whistleblower system here.
* The processing time varies depending on the subject of the procedure.
Integrity
For us, setting an example of integrity means doing the right thing in our professional environment out of our own conviction.
Integrity, transparency and fairness are crucial to creating credibility and trust in business transactions. We therefore attach particular importance to consistently implementing and clearly communicating the legal framework, internal Group guidelines and corporate values.
Our Locations
Worldwide, CARIAD has around 6,000 developers, engineers and scientists working in software competence centers in the United States, Germany, Estonia, China, and elsewhere around the world.
We are currently hiring in both our Redmond, WA and Santa Clara, CA offices, as well as many remote positions across the United States.