Julien Dunoyer is a highly experienced software engineer with a robust background in semiconductor and FPGA technologies. Currently serving as a Senior Principal Software Engineer at Microsemi Corporation since January 2017, Julien previously owned and operated East Peak Engineering from January 2014 to December 2016. As a Senior R&D Manager at Synopsys from February 2009 to October 2013, Julien successfully managed significant customer engagements and advanced the PrimeTime-PX roadmap, achieving over a 3X increase in licenses in four years. Julien's career began at Actel, where responsibilities evolved from Software Engineer to Senior Software Manager, overseeing the software roadmap for Ultra Low Power FPGAs. Educational credentials include a PhD in Electronic and Computer Science from Pierre and Marie Curie University, completed in 1999.