Is Calix a good company to work for?

Calix has an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on over 1,208 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 1% over the last 12 months. 92% of employees would recommend working at Calix to a friend and 92% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Calix have been left by employees working as Senior Solutions Engineer , Customer Success Manager and Customer Operations Representative .

Does Calix pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Calix employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Calix. This rating has improved by 1% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Calix?

92% of Calix employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Calix 4.5 out of 5 for work life balance, 4.5 for culture and values and 4.3 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Calix?

Staff Software Engineer (33) , Software Engineer (27) , Principal Software Engineer (26) , Sales (23) , Senior Software Engineer (22) , Director (20) , Senior Manager (19) , Senior Solutions Engineer (18) , Regional Sales Manager (17) , Customer Success Manager (15) , Systems Engineer (13) , Manager (12) , Sales Manager (12) , Customer Operations Representative (11) , Sales Engineer (11)

What are the pros of working at Calix according to real employee reviews?

"great benefits and share options" ((in 116 reviews)); "Great people to work with and good products." ((in 90 reviews)); "I don't feel there's enough I can say about this company and the great leadership." ((in 77 reviews)); "Good work life balance and can work remotely" ((in 58 reviews)); "Great work culture that is open to innovation and new ideas." ((in 42 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Calix according to real employee reviews?

"Sudden layoffs with little warnings, even for high performers" ((in 17 reviews)); "New management team from outside industry." ((in 3 reviews))

What are employees saying about Calix layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Calix layoffs and their outlook for job security at Calix in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Calix locations?

San Jose , Petaluma , Dallas , Minneapolis , Denver , Richardson , San Francisco , Boston , Chicago , New York , Phoenix , Nashville , Atlanta , Salt Lake City , Los Angeles , Richmond , Washington , Cary , Raleigh , Norwich , San Diego , Santa Barbara , Seattle , Eugene , Plymouth , Kansas City , Saint Louis , Charlotte , Austin , Plano

Calix reviews

4.5

92% would recommend to a friend

(1,139 total reviews)

Michael Weening

94% approve of CEO

92% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.5

Culture & values

4.5

Diversity & inclusion

4.5

Work/Life balance

4.5

Compensation and benefits

4.3

Senior management

4.3

Career opportunities

Calix has an employee rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,139 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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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Jul 4, 2025

Great company and getting better

Sales

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Strong executive vision - Strong value proposition to offer customers - Solid platform and products to back our claims to customers - Very good overall compensation and benefits

Cons

Cult of leadership personality can occasionally deter people from speaking up and risk appearing out of line.

Calix Response

11mo

It’s great to see your recognition of our executive vision, customer value, and product strength; those are pillars we’re proud to build on. Your point about leadership dynamics is important, and we appreciate your honesty in sharing it. Creating space for open dialogue across all levels is something we’re committed to reinforcing as we grow. We encourage you to continue to provide your feedback by using the 'Speak Up Spot' on Our Calix, or having a conversation with your Talent and Culture Business Partner or leader. Thanks for contributing to the culture and success here at Calix.

5.0

Jul 3, 2025

Innovative culture with room to thrive

Success account manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Working at Calix has been a genuinely rewarding experience. The leadership team leads with integrity and fosters a culture of openness and collaboration. I’ve been consistently supported in my professional development through thoughtful mentorship, learning opportunities, and clear career progression pathways. The work-life balance is respected, and the company actively listens to employee feedback to continuously improve the workplace.”

Cons

No major issues from my experience—just the usual growing pains of a fast-evolving company. Leadership is proactive about identifying and addressing these.

Calix Response

11mo

Your reflection paints a vivid picture of what we aim to create at Calix, thank you for sharing it. It’s especially meaningful to hear how mentorship, career development, and a culture of openness have shaped your work experience. We know that scaling brings its own challenges, and your encouragement to stay focused on growth and alignment is well taken. We're grateful for your contributions and voice in our journey forward.

4.0

Jul 2, 2025

Great Place to work

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Good leadership and management Transparency Great Benefits

Cons

Nothing as such, overall the culture is good

Calix Response

11mo

We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It’s great to hear that transparency, leadership, and benefits are standing out in a positive way. Feedback like yours reinforces the kind of culture we’re working hard to maintain, where people feel supported and set up to succeed.

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