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      Calix

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      Calix reviews

      4.5

      92% would recommend to a friend

      (1,137 total reviews)
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      Michael Weening

      94% approve of CEO

      92% positive business outlook

      Ratings by demographic groups

      Calix has an employee rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,137 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an excellent working experience there. The Calix employee rating is 24% above average for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.6 stars).

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      1K reviews
      4.0
      Apr 22, 2026

      Work from home with supportive management, but stressful

      Sales
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Work from home - good manager

      Cons

      stressed a lot of the time

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      Calix Response
      1mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with the flexibility of working from home and the support of your leader! We also recognize that the pace and demands of the work can at times feel stressful. Striking the right balance between delivering meaningful impact and maintaining a sustainable workload is a priority, and we continue working to support our teams with resources. Tools like Unmind are available as a resource to employees for extra support around wellbeing and stress management.We appreciate your perspective and thank you again for sharing candidly with us your experience.
      2.0
      Apr 21, 2026

      Challenging Marketing Environment with Leadership Gaps

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Product has relevance in the broadband and telecom space Strong individual contributors across teams Exposure to a growing market

      Cons

      Frequent shifts in priorities and organizational changes lead to inefficiency and internal friction Leadership egos override team input, discouraging differing perspectives and limiting autonomy to test and execute new ideas Decision-making is highly top-down, slowing progress and reducing team engagement

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      Calix Response
      1mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you recognize the strength of our products, the talent across our teams, and the opportunity to work in a growing and relevant market—these are all core to our continued momentum. We appreciate your perspective on areas where we can improve. As we continue to evolve, maintaining alignment amid shifting priorities and organizational change is an ongoing focus. Creating an environment where ideas can be challenged constructively, and where teams feel empowered to contribute and take ownership, is essential to both strong execution and a positive employee experience. We are actively working to reinforce these behaviors and expectations across the organization.Thank you again for sharing your insights!
      3.0
      Apr 16, 2026

      Strong workplace with good compensation, but inconsistent communication during restructuring

      Associate system engineer
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      --Pros & Work Environment-- Ideal for individuals seeking a technically challenging and rewarding role focused on problem-solving Supportive coworkers and strong team culture Excellent benefits package Management is generally flexible with time-off requests Management generally cares about employees and supports their success. Advancement opportunities are highly encouraged and, for the most part, achievable—though somewhat dependent on shift Not a “hand-holding” environment; success relies heavily on personal initiative, determination, and clear communication when encountering obstacles to growth Fast-paced, high-stress role requiring strong multitasking skills The company compensates well for this environment through competitive pay, generous time off, quarterly bonuses, recognition awards, and company-sponsored team-building events

      Cons

      High-stress, fast-paced environment, training can feel rushed, AI tools emphasized, AI tools not always reliable

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      Calix Response
      1mo
      Thank you for taking the time to share a detailed and candid review. We’re glad to hear that you are experiencing a supportive team culture, competitive compensation, and meaningful opportunities for growth—these are all priorities for us as we continue to build an environment where employees can thrive doing meaningful and rewarding work. We appreciate your honest feedback on the high-paced nature of the role, training experience, and the use of evolving AI tools. As we scale and adapt, it is a priority for us to equip employees and provide them with ongoing resources. We also recognize how critical regular check-ins, clear expectations, and strong communication are to both performance and the employee experience. Strengthening consistency across teams and shifts, and improving transparency during times of change, remain key priorities.Thank you again for your thoughtful insights and for highlighting both what’s working well and where we can continue to grow.
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