Hiring Indesign Paginator

About Us

Straiveis a global leader in data analytics and AI operationalization, helpingenterprises embed advanced AI and data capabilities into core businessworkflows to deliver measurable business outcomes and ROI. With a workforce of~20, 000 professionals serving 350+ clients across 30+ markets, Straive combinestechnical scale with deep domain expertise. A key differentiator is its networkof over 6, 000 subject matter experts who specialize in managing and enrichingcomplex, unstructured data enabling organizations to build AI systems groundedin accuracy, context, and business relevance.

Position: Manager Pagination & Typesetting Operations.

Job Location: Puducherry

Job Type: Work from Office

• Team Leadership & Operational Execution: Lead, direct, and motivate pagination and typesetting teams across rotational shifts to achieve daily production targets and service level agreements (SLAs).
• Process Optimization & Innovation: Evaluate and enhance XML, TeX, and InDesign layout workflows to drive efficiency, automation, and continuous quality improvement.
• Technical Governance & Quality Assurance: Act as the primary escalation point for complex technical issues, including intricate equation breaking, table alignment, and automated layout troubleshooting.
• Resource Management & Planning: Manage team capacity, shift rosters, and project allocations to handle fluctuating publishing volumes and tight deadlines effectively.
• Talent Development & Upskilling: Foster a learning culture by training, mentoring, and upskilling team members in advanced InDesign techniques, TeX coding, and pagination standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, HR/recruitment, client services, and editorial technology teams to streamline deliverables and implement innovative tools.
• Performance & Change Management: Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), conduct performance reviews, and drive team adaptability through operational transitions.

• People & Team Management: Demonstrated 3+ years experience managing production teams in typesetting, publishing, or prepress operations.
• Operational Excellence: Strong track record of meeting production targets, driving operational KPIs, and managing shift workflows.
• Communication & Stakeholder Management: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead cross-functional teams effectively.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making: Proven ability to make critical decisions, address technical roadblocks, and implement creative operational solutions.
• Adaptability & Drive: High self-motivation, flexibility, and a proactive mindset toward leading through change and driving innovation.

• InDesign & Pagination Expertise: Expert-level knowledge of Adobe InDesign software, automated templates, and pagination rules with overall 5+ years experience.
• XML & TeX Proficiency: Advanced understanding of XML-based publishing workflows and TeX coding logic.
• Typography & Layout Standards: Comprehensive knowledge of typography rules, composition standards, complex equation breaking, and advanced table alignment.
• Mathematical Aptitude: Solid mathematical background to oversee STM (Scientific, Technical, and Medical) and complex academic publishing projects.

Recognition & Achievements

We have been recognized as a Star Performer in Data & AIServices Specialists - Everests North America PEAK Matrix 2025, and as aLeader in AIMs Pema Quadrant of Agentic AI Service Providers - 2025.

In Nov 2023, Straive acquired Gramener, an award-winning, design-led data science company, enhancing our data, analytics, and AIcapabilities. In June 2025, we acquired SG Analytics, a leading provider ofAI-powered insights and contextual analytics services.

For more information, please visit our Website https://www.straive.com/

" Straive is an equalopportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating aninclusive environment for all employees. All employment decisions are based onbusiness needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regardto race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationalorigin, veteran, or disability status. "