I’m Shahab Khan — a cloud infrastructure enthusiast with roots in data centers, a passion for network automation, and a forward-looking drive shaped by AI and quantum computing. What began with full-stack development and hands-on infrastructure has grown into a mission to understand and improve how large-scale systems operate.
Currently, I’m expanding my skills in networking and automation as I pave the way toward AI/ML engineering. My long-term goal is to help shape the next generation of the cloud — where quantum computing enhances intelligence, security, and scale.
To me, the future of computing lives at the crossroads of physical systems, smart software, and quantum breakthroughs — and I’m building it one layer at a time.
– Expertly performed installations, diagnostics, and decommissioning of critical IT datacenter technologies, including servers, network, and storage equipment, ensuring adherence to standard processes and safety protocols.
– Utilized advanced diagnostic tools and techniques, including BIOS, UEFI, and CLI, to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues, significantly reducing downtime and enhancing server performance.
– Developed expertise in network topology within Microsoft data centers, utilizing physical network monitoring tools to asses device configurations, coordinate links, and diagnose issues. Collaborated with Network Engineers and technicians across sites to optimize link performance by cleaning, reseating, and replacing links, enhancing light levels, improving link stability, maintaining transmission levels, and equalizing error counts, while following NDTs.
– Conducted comprehensive troubleshooting across various systems using Windows and Linux diagnostic tools, accessed through multiple connectivity methods, for efficient monitoring and updating of data center infrastructure.
– Collaborated with Network Engineers and various teams, using MS Teams, OneNote, Office 365, SharePoint, and data center resources to ensure optimal data center operations and clear documentation of actions in tickets for seamless transitions.
– Managed inventory by tracking device SKUs, overseeing Data Box migrations, and deploying hardware into systems. Conducted audits to verify stock levels, updated asset records, and coordinated with logistics and project teams to ensure accurate inventory and efficient deployments.
– Spearheaded shadowing both network and server decommissions, handling Egress Permits, asset validation, and safe disposal of data-bearing devices (DBDs), ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards.
– Assisted in the execution of infrastructure refreshes and simple changes, such as memory upgrades and OS rebuilds, under guidance from senior technicians, continually seeking to improve personal processes and efficiency.
– Developed and maintained dynamic and creative frontend websites and digital marketing initiatives, ensuring scalable, responsive, and aesthetically pleasing user interfaces while simultaneously enhancing brand visibility and customer engagement for various digital products.
– Implemented extremely affordable CRM systems to allow small businesses to maintain and develop their business infrastructure utilizing modern business practices and technologies.
– Tech Stack: Next.js, React, Tailwind CSS, GSAP, Three.js, Prismic CMS, Vercel, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, GoHighLevel, Google Business Products, and more
– Worked as primary vendor for Meta.
– Expertly terminated and spliced copper and fiber optic cables, using fusion and mechanical splicing techniques to ensure optimal connectivity.
– Fully memorized industry-standard color codes for both copper and fiber optics, ensuring accurate and efficient installations.
– Installed, tested, and maintained structured cabling systems in data centers and commercial environments, adhering to industry best practices.
– Diagnosed and resolved cable faults with minimal downtime, using tools like OTDRs and Fluke testers to certify and optimize network performance.
– Ensured proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in compliance with physical safety protocols, maintaining a secure work environment while performing respective tasks. Designed and implemented efficient cable routing solutions, ensuring organization, airflow, and compliance with ANSI/TIA, NEC, and OSHA standards.
– Responsible for installing Structured Cabling systems in new construction or existing buildings. Cat 6, Cat 6A, Cat 7.
– Buildout of IT closets and Server Rooms to include racks/cabinets, cable management, copper and fiber patch panels, overhead ladder racking and/or cable tray, grounding and bonding, UPS, PDU, and network equipment.
– Installed, maintained, and repaired various low voltage systems, including security, audio-visual, and telecommunications infrastructure, ensuring compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.