Calix reviews

4.5

92% would recommend to a friend

(1,128 total reviews)
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Michael Weening

93% approve of CEO

91% positive business outlook

Calix has an employee rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,128 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
5.0
May 8, 2026

Supportive culture

Anonymous employee
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Pros

Great company culture with genuinely supportive and respectful leadership. Strong “startup” energy where ideas are welcomed and employee feedback is actually taken seriously. Leadership is approachable and transparent, which makes a big difference day-to-day. There’s a strong sense that the company truly cares about its employees’ well-being and growth. Compensation is competitive, and there’s a good overall work-life balance, especially for a fast-paced environment. Remote flexibility is also a huge plus.

Cons

At times, the workload can be demanding and require longer hours, which comes with the fast-paced, growing environment. However, this is usually balanced out by the flexibility and supportive team culture. Lengthy/Intense interview process but worth the effort if you get hired.

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Calix Response
2w
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re glad to hear that our supportive culture, approachable leadership, and openness to employee ideas have made a positive impact on your experience. Creating an environment where people feel respected, heard, and empowered is something we care deeply about.It’s also great to see your recognition of the balance we strive to maintain with our competitive compensation, flexibility, and a strong sense of wellbeing while operating in a dynamic, fast-moving environment.We appreciate your candid feedback on workload and the pace of the environment. As we continue to grow, ensuring that expectations remain sustainable while maintaining our momentum is an ongoing area of focus. We appreciate your perspective and thank you again for highlighting what makes the experience strong while helping us identify where we can continue to improve.
5.0
Aug 4, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

- Culture - Compensation - Product - Direction - Benefits

Cons

- Growing pains related to old manual processes

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Calix Response
5mo
It’s great to know our culture, benefits, and product direction stand out for you! Your perspective on maintaining the Matrix cloud structure and gathering feedback before major changes is truly valuable. We’ll keep listening to the front lines to ensure we strike the right balance as we grow.
5.0
Jul 14, 2025
Recommend
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Pros

Fully remote work environment Comprehensive benefits package Generous PTO policy Unlimited time off available

Cons

Compensation could be more competitive Equity is not granted automatically—you must purchase shares

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Calix Response
9mo
Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad to hear that our remote work model, benefits, and PTO policies are making a positive impact. We appreciate your feedback on compensation and equity, and we recognize how important these factors are in attracting and retaining top talent. Your input helps us continue to evolve and improve.
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