Hi, my name is Shahmir Mahmud Khan. I am currently years old. I was born and raised in upstate New York, and am super passionate about learning. My hobbies include coding, traveling, playing guitar, competing in esports, and more. My career goal is to improve upon software in many different industries including healthcare, education, robotics, etc. I am educated in many different areas such as programming, software development techniques, model-driven development, biology, chemistry, anatomy, physiology, and other medical sciences.
M.S. Software Engineering - Rochester Institute of Technology (Expected May 2026)
B.S. Biomedical Science - University at Buffalo (May 2024)
I earned my Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from the University at Buffalo. I’ve always been passionate about the medical sciences and originally pursued biomedical studies as a path toward becoming a practicing physician. However, during my undergraduate years, I stayed actively involved with my former high school’s FIRST Robotics team. The more time I spent mentoring students, the more I realized that my true passion lay in software development.
While preparing for the MCAT—the entrance exam for medical school—I found myself increasingly drawn to building and innovating through code. I eventually shifted my focus away from medicine and applied to graduate programs that would allow me to pursue software engineering full-time. I was accepted into the Rochester Institute of Technology, where I’m currently working toward a Master of Science in Software Engineering.
As I prepared to make this transition, I took initiative by reaching out to RIT faculty while still finishing my undergraduate degree, seeking guidance on how to strengthen my application and gain relevant experience. I immersed myself in personal projects, self-study, and collaborative work, all to build a solid foundation in software engineering before officially starting the program. This proactive approach not only helped me get accepted but also positioned me to hit the ground running as a graduate student.
My goal is to use this degree, along with the knowledge I gained through my biomedical background, to create impactful software solutions in healthcare and beyond.
Java
Python
C
C++
SQL Database Management
Ruby
Model-Driven Development
React.JS
node.JS
I am currently pursuing my M.S. in Software Engineering at RIT, where I collaborate with in various Scrum teams with other graduate students on full-stack projects using modern technologies like Flask, React, PostgreSQL, and TypeScript. One of our major projects, a multi-user party planner app, allows organizers to create custom event forms, group guests based on preferences, and manage event roles—all powered by a secure authentication system and dynamic RESTful APIs.
I also developed an Android app called BetterMaps, a campus navigation tool that integrates the Google Maps API with custom data to help students find faculty offices, tunnel routes, and building hours. It was built as part of a Scrum team using Java and PostgreSQL.
Professionally, I worked as a contract UI/UX Developer for a family-run auto glass repair business based in Zimmerman, MN. I designed and deployed a modern marketing website using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Bootstrap, and handled custom domain setup via GoDaddy. I also implemented a FormSubmit contact form to enable customer inquiries via email. I'm continuing to support and update the site as business needs evolve.
My research work focuses on breast cancer detection using dynamic infrared thermography. I'm collaborating with a faculty advisor on building a tool that assesses whether a patient is fully acclimated to baseline room conditions prior to screening, which is essential for accurate diagnostic imaging. I've authored several reviews of recent thermographic studies, analyzing both technical limitations and medical implications.
I also have a long-standing role as a mentor and software coach for Southern Tier Robotics (FRC Team 2053), where I lead students in writing efficient control systems in C++ and Arduino for regional competitions. My mentorship spans architecture design, debugging, and real-time robot optimization.
In my spare time, I compete as part of the RIT Division I varsity Counter-Strike 2 esports team. We’ve qualified for national tournaments like the NACE Starleague Playfly Tournament of Champions. I balance practices, scrims, and travel with my academic workload, contributing both mechanically and strategically to our team’s success.
Contact me at: SMK7915@RIT.edu