1. A professional trajectory that is not straightforward or linear, characterized by twists, turns, and unexpected changes in direction
Despite her winding career path, she eventually became a successful executive.
Apesar de sua carreira sinuosa, ela acabou se tornando uma executiva bem-sucedida.
2. A professional journey marked by various jobs, roles, or industries rather than a single clear progression
His carreira sinuosa took him from journalism to politics to business.
Sua carreira sinuosa o levou do jornalismo à política e aos negócios.