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      don't be fooled - Sales Calix Employee Review

      1.0
      Dec 12, 2023
      Sales
      Recommend
      CEO approval
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      Pros

      good benefits, paid for by not paying commissions

      Cons

      Don't be fooled by their "culture" bs. you're a commodity just like any other company and the minute they want to cut costs...your out. They lay off people all the time, I saw several rounds in a year - Don't expect to make any sideways moves either they would rather fill position from the outside than promote and train internally as I found out - Their commission system is awful, you have to be there when the deal is closed AND when it ships. With year long purchase cycles of service providers don't expect any hardware commissions for the first year or more. And they follow the old adage that a layoff is best served cold, they don't try to find other positions for you, you're just immediately shown the door.

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      Calix Response
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      Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your experience as an employee at Calix. At Calix, we prioritize and invest in cultivating a strong, positive culture where our employees feel supported, valued, and motivated to thrive. As Calix transforms, we continue to re-align the way we go to market and re-invest in critical growth areas across the business. We continue to invest in sales headcount as we pursue our journey of transforming the broadband industry. We actively encourage and support internal career growth opportunities for our employees, fostering a culture that values professional development and advancement. We regularly review our sales incentive plan to ensure its competitiveness and that our employees are rewarded for growing our business. Thank you for sharing your feedback. We wish you the best in all future endeavors.

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      5.0
      Jul 10, 2026
      Avp product management
      Recommend
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      Pros

      Incredible culture focused on passion, respect for diverse perspectives, and initiatives that foster innovation. Remote work provides outstanding autonomy, allowing you the freedom to own your schedule and deliver results reliably.

      Cons

      Remote work is great, but limits team cohesion and relationship building.

      4.0
      Jul 9, 2026
      Customer operations
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business Outlook

      Pros

      Calix has an excellent company culture where employees genuinely support one another. The collaboration across departments is one of its biggest strengths, making it easy to work together toward common goals. The company also offers a great work-life balance and promotes a flexible, respectful work environment that allows employees to be productive while maintaining their personal lives.

      Cons

      Compensation could be more competitive, especially for non-Sales roles, as responsibilities grow. Advancement opportunities can also be limited for certain departments, making it challenging for employees looking for long-term career progression within the company.

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