MSc PHOTONICS GRADUATE

Hi, I'm Harikrishnan P V

Photonics Engineer & Software Developer. Expertise in optical design, simulation, and full-stack development.

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Who I Am

About Me

Results-driven MSc Photonics graduate with a strong foundation in optical design, simulation, and development, complemented by full-stack software expertise. Proven track record in designing innovative optical solutions, leading software projects, and conducting advanced optics research. Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities.

Languages

Malayalam (Native)

English (Fluent)

Tamil (Fluent)

Hindi (Conversational)

Professional Skills

Problem Solving

Systematic analysis & solution development.

Communication

Clear technical concept presentation.

Collaboration

Effective multidisciplinary teamwork.

Leadership

University roles & project management.

Leadership & Activities

University Magazine Chief Editor (2023)

Led content development & publication.

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Technical Lead, University Events (2021-23)

Managed tech for Sargam , Medha , and CFF .

Gen Sec, Optics Fest - EtchNew-2023

Coordinated event planning & execution.

Optics Workshop Facilitator

Conducted hands-on undergrad workshops.

Academic Background

Education

Specialized knowledge in photonics and optical systems.

2019 - 2024

MSc Photonics

Cochin University of Science and Technology (CUSAT)

Thesis

Lens Design for Optical Wireless Communication in Rotary Applications

Undergraduate Thesis

Characteristic Study of Carbon Dot Embedded Self Assembled Photonic Crystal

Relevant Coursework

Graduate

  • Quantum Optics
  • Non-Linear Optics
  • Optical Sensors
  • Nanophotonics
  • Laser Spectroscopy
  • Photonic Bandgap Structures
  • Metamaterials

Undergraduate

  • Optics & Electrodynamics
  • Spectroscopy (Mol./Atom.)
  • Quantum Mechanics
  • Laser Physics
  • Fibre Optics
  • Solid State Physics
  • Computational Physics
What I Do

Technical Skills

Modeling & Simulation

COMSOL Matlab Zemax SolidWorks Python (SciPy)

Programming

Python C/C++ Java JavaScript Dart

Optical Design

Lens Design Optical Systems FSO Fiber Optics

Prototyping

3D Printing CNC Laser Cutting PCB (Basic)

Frameworks

React Next.js Flutter Node.js Tailwind

Testing & Analysis

Spectroscopy Interferometry Data Analysis LabVIEW (Basic)

Design & Documentation Tools

Vector Graphics

Inkscape, Illustrator

Raster Graphics

Photoshop, GIMP, Affinity

UI/UX Design

Figma, Framer

Publishing

InDesign, LaTeX

Work History

Experience

Professional experience in optics and development.

Lead Developer

Reflex Optic Solutions

Sep 2022 - Present

Bangalore (Hybrid)

  • Led architecture & development of optical wholesale e-commerce platform.
  • Managed full-stack (React, Node, Express, MongoDB), API integrations.
  • Implemented responsive design with Tailwind CSS.
  • Reduced operational costs by 30% via automation & efficiency.

Development Engineer - Optics

Infiniti Agrotech

Sep 2024 - Feb 2025

Goa, India

  • Designing/optimizing optical circuits for agritech (spectrometers, sensors).
  • Integrating optical components with microcontrollers.
  • Conducting simulations (COMSOL, Zemax) for performance enhancement.
  • Contributing to electronics review, chemometrics, Python dev, costing.

Optics Intern

SABIC

Jan 2024 - Jun 2024

Bangalore, India

  • Engineered high-efficiency FSO Lenses (Zemax), improving efficiency by 50%.
  • Evaluated prototyping (CNC, injection molding) & manufacturability.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally on design integration.
  • Presented technical findings to senior management.

Software Development Intern

Intelltech Pvt Ltd.

Sep 2021 - Apr 2022

Kochi (Hybrid)

  • Delivered 30+ websites & mobile apps for diverse clients.
  • Utilized HTML, CSS, JS, React, Flutter for responsive UIs.
  • Collaborated with clients on requirements, updates, solutions.
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