Overworked, underpaid - Anonymous employee Calix Employee Review

3.0
Jul 17, 2024
Anonymous employee
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Pros

Laid back attitudes Some intelligent peers to learn from Lower expectations than at a larger company You can actually take time off

Cons

Everyone does the job of at least 2-3 people, and no one works a healthy 40 hour week Lots of single points of failure due to running such small teams No salary increases this year, not even for cost of living adjustments - very quickly becoming substantially below market

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5.0
Jul 10, 2026
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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
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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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