Michael Peyton Jones

Michael Peyton Jones is a highly experienced software engineer and technical architect with a robust background in blockchain technology and programming languages. Currently serving as a Senior Software Engineer at CircuitHub since July 2024, Michael previously held various key positions at Input Output (IOHK) from July 2018 to May 2024, including Technical Architect, Software Engineering Lead for the Plutus team, and Compiler Engineer. Key contributions at IOHK include redesigning the Cardano Improvement Proposal process and leading the development of the Plutus smart contract support. Michael's earlier experience includes a role as Research Engineer and Lead for the QL team at Semmle and co-founding the Good Technology Project. Internships at notable companies such as Atlassian and Metaswitch Networks provided foundational skills in performance engineering and network programming. Michael holds a degree in Mathematics and Philosophy from the University of Oxford.