Do your homework first. I drank the Kool-Aid and got hit with a few surprises that were deal breakers for me. So many sales people not attaining quota, no real career path.
Calix Response
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Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your experience as a Calix employee. We pride ourselves on providing opportunities to promote from within and consistently invest in our employees to grow their careers. At Calix, one of our core values is communication. Our leaders are expected to regularly and transparently communicate with their teams to keep everyone well informed and aligned. We regret to hear that this was not the experience you had while working at Calix and appreciate the feedback you have provided.
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.
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.