Google Workspace Administrator / Engineer

Passionate about precision medicine and advancing the healthcare industry?

Recent advancements in underlying technology have finally made it possible for AI to impact clinical care in a meaningful way. Tempus' proprietary platform connects an entire ecosystem of real-world evidence to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, providing critical information about the right treatments for the right patients, at the right time.

About Tempus

Tempus is a leading technology company at the forefront of advancing precision medicine. We utilize data and artificial intelligence to bring context and clarity to healthcare. Our fast-paced, high-growth environment demands an exceptional level of technical expertise and rigor in managing our corporate IT infrastructure.

The Role

Tempus is seeking an experienced Google Workspace Administrator / Engineer to serve as the subject matter expert and primary technical lead for our enterprise-scale Google Workspace environment. This is a critical, hands-on role requiring deep expertise in complex, multi-domain environments, with a strong emphasis on security, system performance, and data migrations.. A successful candidate will be a seasoned migration specialist capable of leading cross-platform transitions with minimal disruption.

Key Responsibilities:

Google Workspace Administration & Engineering (Complex Environment Focus):

• Serve as the Tier 3 escalation point and technical expert for all Google Workspace (Gmail, Drive, Meet, Vault, etc.) services and related third-party integrations.

• Partner with Information Security and IT Teams on the Design, implementation, and management of Organizational Units (OUs), security groups, and access policies to ensure a highly secure and compliant environment across thousands of users and multiple domains.

• Develop and manage automation scripts (e.g., Google Apps Script, Python, PowerShell) for administrative tasks.

• Proactively monitor system health, performance, and license utilization, implementing optimizations to maintain a world-class digital workplace.

• Manage Google Vault retention policies, eDiscovery requests, and compliance mandates (e.g., HIPAA, GDPR) with meticulous attention to detail.

• Partner with Information Security and IT Teams on the management of Chrome Devices and Chrome Browser Management Policies

• Partner with Information Security and IT to ensure new Google Workspace features are appropriately secured and managed before rolling out to the user base.

Migration & Project Leadership:

• Lead and execute full-scale, end-to-end data migrations, including email, calendar, and file storage, from Microsoft platforms (Outlook/Exchange/SharePoint/OneDrive) to Google Workspace.

• Manage and execute complex, high-stakes Google to Google domain and tenant migrations, ensuring zero data loss and seamless user experience.

• Develop comprehensive migration project plans, including pre-migration analysis, data mapping, cutover strategies, and post-migration validation.

• Evaluate, implement, and manage enterprise migration tools (e.g., GWMME, third-party solutions) to ensure efficiency and data integrity.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience as a Google Workspace Administrator/Engineer in a large-scale (5,000+ users), highly complex enterprise or multi-tenant environment.

• Proven, hands-on experience leading and executing full-scale cross-platform data migrations, specifically from Outlook/Exchange and SharePoint/OneDrive to Google Workspace.

• Expertise in scripting and automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Google Apps Script) for large-scale administrative and reporting tasks.

• Deep knowledge of email protocols (SMTP, DMARC, SPF, DKIM)

• Exceptional problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Google Workspace Certified Administrator certification.

• Experience administering other cloud platforms, such as Microsoft 365.

• Familiarity with compliance frameworks relevant to the healthcare/life sciences industry (e.g., HIPAA).

• Experience with other enterprise collaboration tools and their integrations (e.g., Slack, Atlassian).

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Chi: $85,000-$105,000

The expected salary range above is applicable if the role is performed from Illinois and may vary for other locations (California, Colorado, New York). Actual salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Tempus offers a full range of benefits, which may include incentive compensation, restricted stock units, medical and other benefits depending on the position.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.