Google Infrastructure Engineer

Compunnel, Inc.; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy is seeking a Google Infrastructure Engineer to manage and optimize Google Workspace and related tools. This role requires expertise in administering Google environments, implementing security measures, and leading global rollouts. Candidates must have strong automation skills using Google Apps Script, Python, or PowerShell. The position demands a focus on improving digital workplace efficiency and requires proficiency in collaboration tools like Smartsheet and Lucidchart.

Qualifications

• Experience with Google Workspace environments at an enterprise scale.
• Strong hands-on expertise with tools like Gmail, Drive, Vault, and Smartsheet.
• Proficiency in scripting with Google Apps Script or Python.

Responsibilities

• Act as the SME for Google Workspace and its associated tools.
• Lead administration and maintenance of collaboration platforms.
• Implement security and governance controls effectively.

Skills

Experience administering Google Workspace

Expertise with collaboration tools

Automation and scripting

Implementing governance controls

Designing global rollouts

Integrating collaboration platforms

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Support data migration initiatives

Tools

Google Apps Script

Python

PowerShell

Google Workspace tools

Job description

The Google Infrastructure Engineer will serve as the subject matter expert responsible for the administration, architecture, security, and optimization of enterprise collaboration platforms—primarily Google Workspace and complementary tools such as Smartsheet and Lucidchart.

This role involves managing global configurations, automation, integrations, migrations, and governance to support a modern, secure, and efficient digital workplace.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the SME and technical owner for Google Workspace (Admin Console, Gmail, Drive, Vault, Gemini), Smartsheet, and Lucidchart.
• Lead day-to-day administration, configuration, architecture, and maintenance of collaboration platforms for a global workforce.
• Design and execute global rollouts, configuration baselines, and structured change management processes for new and existing functionalities.
• Implement, maintain, and enforce security and governance controls, including DLP, data residency controls, conditional access, SSO/SAML, and OAuth integrations.
• Develop and maintain automation solutions using Google Apps Script, Python, PowerShell, and GAM to reduce operational effort and improve reliability.
• Lead system integrations between Google Workspace, Smartsheet, Lucidchart, and other enterprise systems to streamline cross-functional workflows.
• Support and manage data migration initiatives, including transitions from M365 to Google Drive or other platforms.
• Evaluate emerging collaboration technologies and industry trends, providing recommendations and roadmaps to enhance digital employee experience.
• Collaborate with IT asset management to optimize platform licensing at an enterprise level, delivering data-driven insights for cost management and feature utilization.

Required Qualifications

• Experience administering and engineering Google Workspace environments at an enterprise scale.
• Strong hands‑on expertise with collaboration tools including Gmail, Drive, Vault, Gemini, Smartsheet, and Lucidchart.
• Proficiency in automation and scripting using Google Apps Script, Python, PowerShell, or GAM.
• Experience implementing governance and security controls such as DLP, SSO/SAML, OAuth integrations, and conditional access.
• Proven ability to design and execute global rollouts and configuration frameworks.
• Experience integrating collaboration platforms with enterprise systems.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to support data migration initiatives between collaboration platforms.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in large, global enterprise environments.
• Familiarity with digital workplace strategies and modern collaboration platforms.
• Background in IT asset management or licensing optimization.