Global Head of Embedded Electronics Engineering

Overview

Cintal is a forward-thinking global technology company that develops and provides cutting-edge products and services to various industries such as heavy equipment, industrial, defense, agriculture, and medical. With our dedicated team of experienced technical professionals, Cintal aims to add value for its customers by leveraging advanced technologies to reduce product costs, shorten design and development lead times, and accelerate the introduction of high-quality products to the market.

India, US or EU - Remote

Compensation for this role is competitive and will be commensurate with experience, domain expertise, and geographic location.

The compensation package includes:

• Base Salary:
  Determined based on location, years of experience, and demonstrated P&L leadership.
• Performance-Based Bonus:
  Significant annual incentive opportunity tied directly to:
  Revenue growth within the Manufacturing Engineering vertical, Gross margin expansion, Overall business performance and strategic growth milestones.

This role is designed for a business builder. Incentive earnings increase meaningfully with vertical revenue growth and sustained margin performance.

• Health, dental, and vision coverage (where applicable)
• Retirement contributions
• Paid time off and holidays in accordance with local standards
• Life and disability insurance (location dependent)
• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
• Travel reimbursement and business-related expenses

Specific benefit details will be shared during the interview process based on the candidate’s work location.

We are seeking a highly experienced Global Head of Embedded Engineering to lead the strategy, growth, and global delivery of embedded systems and advanced electronics engineering services.

This executive leadership role owns the full P&L of the Embedded Engineering vertical and will lead global teams delivering complex hardware and software systems for connected products, industrial electronics, and advanced embedded platforms.

The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in embedded systems with strong leadership and commercial experience to scale global engineering operations and expand strategic customer partnerships.

Strategic Leadership

Define the global strategy for embedded systems engineering services.

Expand embedded hardware, firmware, and software capabilities.

Drive innovation in connected products and advanced electronics.

Full P&L Responsibility

Own revenue growth, margin performance, and operational efficiency.

Manage budgeting, forecasting, and financial performance.

Global Customer Leadership

Develop executive relationships with international customers.

Lead proposals, pricing discussions, and commercial negotiations.

Support customer product development programs.

Global Delivery Management

Lead global embedded engineering teams.

Ensure high-quality delivery of hardware and firmware programs.

Establish scalable development and validation frameworks.

Technical Leadership

Provide subject matter leadership across:

• Embedded hardware architecture
• Firmware development and real-time systems
• Embedded Linux and RTOS environments
• Electronics design and validation
• System integration and product development

Travel

Domestic and international travel is required to support customers and global teams.

• Master’s degree+ in Embedded Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• 15–20 years of experience in one or more of the following industries (mandatory):
  • Heavy engineering
  • Earth moving equipment
  • Automotive
  • Industrial equipment

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic thinker with entrepreneurial mindset
• Strong commercial acumen
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to operate in a global matrix organization
• High emotional intelligence and cultural awareness

Proven experience managing large, multi-location engineering teams.

Significant international customer interaction experience.

Demonstrated P&L or revenue responsibility.

Strong executive presence and…