Google Workspace Engineer
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Systems Engineering
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The Google Workspace Engineer is a critical position responsible for administering and optimizing enterprise-level Google Workspace environments. As organizations increasingly rely on cloud-based productivity suites, the demand for skilled professionals able to manage, secure, and automate Google Workspace continues to rise. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong background in IT administration, automation, and cloud-based collaboration platforms, especially those eager to work in dynamic, innovation-driven industries.
In this full-time Google Workspace Engineer role, you will play a vital part in ensuring the seamless operation of core Google Workspace services, including Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Meet, and Vault. Your responsibilities will include resolving complex incidents, strengthening security and governance, and driving efficiency through automation and self-service tools. You will collaborate closely with IT and cross-functional teams to address escalated requests and continuously improve the user experience for a globally distributed user base.
As a Google Workspace Engineer, your expertise in the Google Admin Console and scripting tools such as GAM (Google Apps Manager) will be crucial for managing organizational structures, access controls, and critical configurations. Your role will also involve documenting procedures, creating runbooks, and contributing to operational excellence. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values innovation, security, and employee engagement.
Google Workspace Engineer - Summary- Administer and optimize enterprise Google Workspace environments to support large, distributed teams.
- Resolve escalated incidents and operational issues beyond standard Help Desk capabilities.
- Leverage automation and scripting to streamline administration and drive efficiency.
- Enhance security, compliance, and organizational structure within Google Workspace.
- Document processes and collaborate with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement.
- Administer, monitor, and support all aspects of Google Workspace services, including Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Slides, Calendar, Meet, and Vault.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex and escalated support requests, ensuring minimal disruption to users.
- Develop and maintain automation tools and scripts (such as those using GAM) to enhance administrative workflows.
- Continuously improve security configurations, permissions, and organizational structures (OUs/groups) to ensure scalability and compliance.
- Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams to address user needs and implement new features or enhancements.
- Participate in incident response and on-call rotations as needed, ensuring high availability of critical services.
- Create and maintain thorough documentation, including operational runbooks and best practices.
- Competitive compensation packages tailored to industry standards for Google Workspace Engineer roles.
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program available, supporting long-term financial growth.
- Access to life insurance and a variety of additional wellness benefits.
- Opportunity to work for an established and reputable organization recognized for employee satisfaction and client success.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience administering Google Workspace environments at the enterprise level.
- Advanced proficiency with Google Admin Console, including managing complex organizational units and configurations.
- Demonstrated experience writing and executing GAM scripts or similar tools for automation and administration.
- Strong capability in troubleshooting, incident management, and escalation handling within cloud-based productivity suites.
- Excellent communication and documentation skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in remote or asynchronous environments.
- Proactive problem-solver with a passion for cloud-based collaboration technologies and automation.
- Strong attention to detail, especially in security, compliance, and access management.
- Collaborative team player who thrives in fast-paced, innovation-driven organizations.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in environments supporting global, distributed teams.
- Committed to ongoing learning and professional development in Google Workspace and related technologies.
- This position offers the chance to build your career with an industry leader known for its commitment to employee success and innovation.
- The organization is recognized as a winner of ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award for 12 consecutive years.
- Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
- The company adheres strictly to governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for civil rights compliance, ensuring a confidential and fair application process.
- Working for this company provides access to cutting-edge technology and the opportunity to contribute to operational excellence in a collaborative environment.
If you are a motivated Google Workspace Engineer seeking a challenging and rewarding career, we encourage you to apply by clicking the application button. Join a team where your technical expertise and innovation will be valued, and where you can make a significant impact on enterprise collaboration and productivity.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.