Sr Engineer - O365 to Google Workspace Migration

Position Summary:
The Senior Engineer for O365 to Google Workspace Migration is responsible for leading the technical design, planning, and execution of large-scale migrations from Microsoft Office 365 to Google Workspace. This role requires deep expertise in both platforms, a strong understanding of migration tools, and experience managing complex migration projects. The Senior Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure a seamless transition, minimal disruption to end-users, and adherence to best practices and security standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Migration Strategy and Planning:

1. Develop and implement a detailed migration plan, including timelines, milestones, risk assessments, and rollback procedures.
2. Assess the existing O365 environment, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Teams, to identify dependencies and ensure readiness for migration.
3. Define data mapping, user provisioning, and coexistence strategies during the migration process.

Technical Execution:

1. Lead the migration of email, calendars, contacts, documents, and other data from O365 to Google Workspace.
2. Configure and optimize Google Workspace to align with organizational requirements, including Gmail, Google Drive, Google Meet, and related services.
3. Use migration tools such as Google Workspace Migrate, CloudM, or third-party solutions to perform data migrations efficiently.
4. Troubleshoot technical issues during the migration, resolving them promptly to ensure minimal downtime.

Collaboration and Coordination:

1. Work with stakeholders, including IT teams, end-users, and vendors, to ensure alignment with project goals.
2. Communicate migration progress, challenges, and updates to leadership and other key stakeholders.
3. Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure that migration activities meet regulatory and security standards.

User Support and Training:

1. Provide technical support and guidance to end-users during and after the migration.
2. Develop and deliver training materials or workshops to help users adapt to Google Workspace features.
3. Address post-migration issues, including data integrity checks and resolving user-specific challenges.

Continuous Improvement:

1. Evaluate the effectiveness of the migration process and implement improvements for future projects.
2. Stay updated on the latest features and capabilities of both O365 and Google Workspace.
3. Recommend and implement enhancements to Google Workspace configuration to optimize productivity and collaboration.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Equivalent work experience may be considered.

Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud solutions, or systems engineering.
• Proven experience leading O365 to Google Workspace migrations in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on expertise in O365 administration (Exchange, OneDrive, Teams, and SharePoint) and Google Workspace administration.

Skills and Competencies:

• Proficiency in migration tools (e.g., Google Workspace Migrate, CloudM, BitTitan).
• Strong knowledge of email systems, directory services (Active Directory, Azure AD, and Google Directory), and DNS configurations.
• Understanding of data governance, security protocols, and compliance requirements during migrations.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in cloud environments.
• Strong communication and project management skills.

Certifications (preferred):

• Google Workspace Administrator or Professional Collaboration Engineer certification.
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert.
• ITIL, PMP, or other project management certifications.