Shashwot Niraula

About Me

Hello! I'm Shashwot Niraula, currently working as a GIS Software Developer/Analyst at WSP, I'm passionate about bridging the gap between Computer Science and Geographic Information Systems(GIS). I've built a robust foundation in programming and am continually exploring emerging technologies.

Beyond academics and work, I'm an avid explorer who loves hiking in pristine landscapes, playing soccer and tennis, and occasionally indulging in cooking. My multicultural background allows me to speak English, Nepali, and Hindi fluently.

Technical Skills

Programming Languages

Python Java JavaScript/TypeScript C/C++ C# SQL HTML/CSS

Frameworks & Tools

React Node.js Django Unity Git Docker

Databases & Cloud

MongoDB PostgreSQL MySQL AWS Google Cloud

GIS & Specialized

ArcGIS Online QGIS Google Earth Engine ArcGIS Pro Experience Builder ArcGIS Dashboard Survey123 ArcGIS Enterprise

Interests & Hobbies

Soccer Hiking Cooking Travel Cricket Tennis Cultural Events

Work Experience

2024 - Present

GIS Software Developer / Analyst

WSP USA (Boise, ID)

Developed GIS applications using ArcGIS Pro and Experience Builder; automated spatial workflows with Python and ArcPy; designed Survey123 forms; and many more.

2024

Software Product Intern

Esri (Redlands, CA)

Improved open-source contributions and ArcGIS Python API resources in Google Colab, driving developer adoption.

2023

Computation Geospatial Data Science Intern

Intermountain Forestry Cooperative (Moscow, ID)

Engineered LiDAR analysis tools with Python, processed satellite imagery in GEE, and built a 3D LiDAR visualization app to support forestry research.

2023-2024

Undergraduate Student Assistant

NASA Idaho Space Grant Consortium

Contributed to NASA's eclipse balloon launches collecting atmospheric data to improve weather forecasting and gravity wave research.

2022-2025

Website Editor/Developer

NSA | University of Idaho (Moscow, ID)

Revamped NSA website using HTML/CSS/JS; led content strategy and tech operations; improved navigation, responsiveness, and brand consistency.

2021-2024

Academic Tutor

University of Idaho (Moscow, ID)

Tutored 1,000+ students in CS and math subjects; led workshops, debug sessions, and individualized instruction with 90% satisfaction rate and 25% grade improvement.

Leadership & Activities

President

Nepali Students' Association

Leading the organization of cultural events like Taste of Nepal, showcasing traditional dances, music, and cuisine. Managing a planning committee with seven teams to celebrate and share Nepali heritage.

International Ambassador

University of Idaho IPO

Distinguished campus leader helping international students with registration, housing, and campus resources. Facilitating orientation programs and serving as a role model for incoming students.

Team Member

NASA Eclipse Ballooning Project

Collaborated with engineering students to launch weather balloons for atmospheric data collection during solar eclipses, contributing to NASA's weather tracking improvements.

Cultural Advocate

International Community

Organizing events to bridge cultures, including traditional performances and authentic cuisine experiences. Creating connections between international and domestic students.

Achievements & Awards

Outstanding Senior Award

One of ten seniors recognized for exceptional leadership, outstanding service, academic achievement, and commitment to serving the University of Idaho community. Required 3.0+ GPA and demonstrated excellence in campus activities. (April 2025)

Alton Campbell Community Impact Award

Funded by the Honors Leadership Council, awarded for demonstrating exceptional cultivation of student community through organizing events, discussions, and service with long-term commitment to community integrity. (April 2025)

Guy and Grace Wicks Award

One of the highest honors at U of I, recognizing senior students with outstanding success based on GPA, campus activities, and exceptional service to the university in the spirit of Guy Wicks' 34-year legacy. (April 2025)

2024 Alumni Award for Excellence

Prestigious recognition from the University of Idaho Alumni Association for exceptional achievements and contributions to the university community. (October 2024)

MLK Art & Writing Contest Winner

Won University of Idaho's Martin Luther King Jr. Art & Writing Contest for creative work celebrating diversity, equality, and social justice. (May 2024)

Cal Hacks Participant

Participated in the world's largest AI collegiate hackathon at UC Berkeley. Developed innovative voice recognition application using GPT-4 API and deep_speech technology. (June 2023)

Anjum Sadiq Memorial Scholarship

Awarded for consummate volunteerism honoring Anjum Sadiq's impact on U of I and Moscow community. Recognizes active volunteerism on campus and in the community with financial need consideration. (April 2023)

International Student Scholarship

Competitive scholarship from International Programs Office endowment recognizing strong academic performance, active campus/community participation, leadership, and clear career objectives. (January 2023)

Nepali Student Association Scholarship

Awarded for active NSA membership, participation in Taste of Nepal and NSA events, academic achievement (3.0+ GPA), and financial need. Funded by NSA fundraising efforts. (April 2022)

Outstanding First-Year Student Award

One of ten first-year students recognized for demonstrating outstanding service, leadership, and academic achievement (3.0+ GPA) with commitment to serving the university community. (April 2022)