Global Head of Digital & IT at Cintal, Inc. – Peoria, Illinois

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.

LOCATION:

India, US or EU - Remote

COMPENSATION & PERFORMANCE INCENTIVE:

Compensation for this role is highly competitive and commensurate with experience, demonstrated leadership, geographic location, and scale of responsibility.

The compensation structure includes:

Base Salary and Performance-Based IncentivesDetermined by location, years of relevant experience, and demonstrated P&L ownershipLinked to revenue growth, margin improvement, customer satisfaction, delivery excellence, and strategic expansion of the Digital & IT vertical

BENEFITS:

Benefits are competitive and vary by country and local market requirements. Comprehensive benefits packages may include:

Health, dental, and vision coverage (where applicable)Retirement contributionsPaid time off and holidays in accordance with local standardsLife and disability insurance (location dependent)Professional development and leadership growth opportunitiesTravel reimbursement and business-related expenses

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

JOB DESCRIPTION/TYPICAL TASK BREAKDOWN:

We are seeking an experienced and business‑oriented Global Head – Digital & IT to lead and scale our global Digital & IT Services Vertical, encompassing end‑to‑end software engineering, cloud platforms, DevOps, and enterprise/product engineering services.

This is a senior executive leadership role with full P&L ownership, responsible for defining strategy, driving global revenue growth, ensuring delivery excellence, and building long‑term strategic customer relationships.

The role leads onsite and offshore delivery teams across multiple geographies and technology stacks, serving global clients across industries.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Strategic & Practice Leadership

Define and execute the global strategy and roadmap for the Digital & IT verticalBuild and scale service offerings across application engineering, cloud, and platform modernizationIdentify market opportunities, technology trends, and partnership ecosystems to drive growthEstablish a strong Digital & IT brand and differentiated value proposition in the market

Full P&L Ownership

Own complete P&L responsibility for the Digital & IT verticalDrive revenue growth, margin expansion, utilization, and operational efficiencyLead annual operating planning, budgeting, forecasting, and financial governanceTrack and deliver business KPIs related to growth, profitability, quality, and customer outcomes

Global Customer & Commercial Leadership

Develop and manage executive-level relationships with global customersLead large-scale deal pursuits, proposals, pricing models, and contract negotiationsAct as a trusted partner to customers on digital transformation and IT modernization initiativesPartner with sales, alliances, and solution teams to grow existing accounts and win new logos

Global Delivery & Operations Management

Lead and scale global onsite and offshore delivery organizationsEnsure consistent, high-quality delivery across multiple geographies and engagement modelsEstablish delivery governance frameworks, performance metrics, and continuous improvement practicesDrive adoption of agile, DevOps, and modern engineering practices across teamsEnsure resource planning, talent readiness, and capacity scalability aligned to demand

Technology & Engineering Leadership

Provide enterprise‑wide technology vision, architectural governance, and engineering leadership for the Digital & IT vertical, ensuring scalability, security, and long‑term competitiveness of all client platforms and solutions.

Key responsibilities include:

Technology Vision & Strategic DirectionEnterprise ArchitectureCloud Platform LeadershipTechnology Governance & Risk ManagementInnovation, Modernization & Future ReadinessLeadership & Talent Excellence

Travel

Domestic and international travel is expected to support customers, delivery centers, and strategic initiatives.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related discipline15–20 years of experience in IT services, software engineering, or digital transformationSignificant experience managing large-scale global delivery organizationsProven experience owning P&L or large revenue portfolios within an IT or digital services organization

Leadership & Behavioral Competencies

Strategic thinker with a strong growth and outcomes-driven mindsetExcellent commercial and financial acumenStrong executive presence with the ability to influence CXO and board-level stakeholdersProven ability to operate in a global, matrixed environmentHigh emotional intelligence, cultural awareness, and people leadership capability

Additional expectations:

Demonstrated success in scaling IT services or digital practicesDeep experience with onsite–offshore delivery modelsStrong customer-facing leadership and negotiation skills

REQUIRED TECHNICAL SKILLS:

Demonstrated executive expertise in leading, governing, and scaling large‑scale Digital & IT engineering organizations, with accountability for technology decisions that impact business growth, risk, and long‑term platform sustainability.

Key areas of expertise include:

Application & Software Engineering

Solid understanding of enterprise and digital application developmentKnowledge of large‑scale frontend and backend application architecturesExperience managing complex application development and maintenance ecosystems

Programming & Technology Stacks

Broad understanding of major enterprise programming ecosystems, including:Backend: Java, .NET, C / C++, Node.js, PythonFrontend: Modern web frameworks (Angular, React, Vue) and UI architecturesAbility to evaluate technology stack suitability, scalability, performance, and risk

Cloud Technologies

Strong understanding of cloud platforms such as Azure and AWSKnowledge of:Cloud migration and modernization approachesCloud‑native application designCost, security, and performance considerations in cloud environments

DevOps & Engineering Practices

Understanding of DevOps practices and CI/CD conceptsKnowledge of automation, release management, and deployment pipelinesAbility to assess engineering maturity and delivery efficiency at scale

Architecture & System Design

Understanding of:Microservices and distributed system architecturesAPI‑driven and service‑oriented systemsAbility to judge architectural quality, scalability, and long‑term maintainability

Data, Analytics & AI

Understanding of data‑driven applications and analytics platformsAwareness of AI and GenAI use cases within IT and digital solutionsKnowledge of how AI is applied in:Automation and productivityCustomer experience and insightsDecision support and intelligent systemsAbility to evaluate feasibility, risk, and value of AI‑enabled solutions (not model building)

Enterprise Integration & Platforms

Knowledge of enterprise systems and system integrationUnderstanding of middleware, APIs, messaging, and data flows across systemsAbility to oversee complex, multi‑system IT landscapes

Technology Risk, Security & Quality

Awareness of common technology risks in large IT programsUnderstanding of application security, performance, reliability, and scalability basicsAbility to identify and address technical weaknesses in systems and delivery models

DESIRED SKILLS:

Experience leading multiple technology portfolios under a single P&LExposure to global clients across multiple industriesBackground in scaling managed services or large transformation programsExperience working with hyperscalers and strategic technology partnersPrior role as Practice Head, Business Unit Head, in IT services

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and global team. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. We are pleased to offer visa sponsorship for eligible and qualified individuals.

Cintal provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances. Equal employment opportunities apply to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leave of absence, compensation, and training.