Jakov Buratović is known for his contributions to the decentralized finance (DeFi) space, particularly through his involvement with Lido DAO. He holds the title of Master of DeFi and serves as a Lido DAO Contributor, focusing on the protocol's mechanics, governance, and future development. ^[1]

Background

Jakov Buratović is a figure involved in the decentralized finance ecosystem, specifically associated with the Lido protocol. His role as a Lido DAO Contributor involves providing insights into the protocol's operations, including its liquid staking mechanisms, reward distribution, and governance structure. He has participated in events such as Hack Seasons Dubai, where he discussed the technical and operational aspects of Lido. ^[1]

His work touches upon the core functionalities of liquid staking, explaining how users can deposit assets like ETH to receive a liquid token representation, such as staked ETH (stETH). This process allows users to earn staking rewards while maintaining liquidity and composability within the broader DeFi ecosystem. Buratović has also addressed the protocol's approach to security, risk mitigation, and the ongoing efforts towards decentralization through initiatives like the Staking Router and nodes operator. ^[1]

Experience

Buratović has held several key roles across the blockchain ecosystem. At Lido Finance, he has served as Master of DeFi since July 2023, following nearly two years as Head of Lido on Polygon, where he led the integration of staking solutions within the network. Prior to that, he spent over three years at Shard Labs in Croatia, progressing from Software Engineer to Chief Technology Officer and ultimately Chief Innovation Officer, contributing to the company’s technical development and strategic direction. He also held the role of Head of Innovation at NEAR Balkans from March to December 2022, supporting regional expansion of the NEAR Protocol. Earlier in his career, he worked as a Blockchain Developer at the Ethereum Foundation from 2020 to 2021, contributing to foundational aspects of the Ethereum ecosystem. ^[2]

Education

Buratović holds a Master’s degree in Computer Software Engineering from FER, completed in February 2024, and also attended the University of Coimbra for part of his graduate studies in 2021. He earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from FER between 2016 and 2020 and completed his secondary education at VII. gimnazija in Zagreb. ^[2]

Role at Lido DAO

Jakov Buratović serves as a Lido DAO Contributor and is referred to as a Master of DeFi. His responsibilities include discussing and providing insights into the Lido protocol's mechanics, governance, and strategic direction. He represents the DAO at industry events, explaining the protocol's features and upcoming developments. ^[1]