Daniel Sotingco

Daniel Sotingco is a skilled software engineer with extensive experience in simulation, testing, and software development for autonomous systems and fusion technology. Currently serving as a Senior Simulation and Test Software Engineer at Commonwealth Fusion Systems since July 2023, Sotingco previously held the position of Principal Member of Technical Staff at Draper for eight years, leading teams in the development of complex software systems, including task leadership and continuous integration improvements. Early career roles included significant contributions as a Software Quality Engineer at The MathWorks, along with research assistant roles at MIT and Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, focusing on innovative energy solutions and system simulations. Sotingco holds a Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from MIT and a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, complemented by a specialized nanodegree in Deep Reinforcement Learning from Udacity.