• Design and optimize photonic integrated circuits, focusing on performance, reliability, and manufacturability. • Conduct advanced simulations of modulator devices using specialized software tools. • Analyze and interpret experimental results, correlating them with theoretical models and simulations. • Collaborate with wafer fabrication partners to ensure design feasibility and production readiness. • Develop and implement test plans for both active and passive photonic devices, including DC and RF testing methods. • Partner with cross-functional teams to integrate modulator designs into broader photonic systems and prototypes. • Document and communicate design decisions, test data, and advancements to stakeholders.