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 4.4 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 (32) , Principal Software Engineer (26) , Software Engineer (26) , Sales (23) , Senior Software Engineer (21) , 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 123 reviews)); "Great people to work with and good products." ((in 95 reviews)); "I don't feel there's enough I can say about this company and the great leadership." ((in 76 reviews)); "Good work life balance and can work remotely" ((in 51 reviews)); "Company has a great work from home culture." ((in 40 reviews))

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

"Sudden layoffs with little warnings, even for high performers" ((in 15 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.

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4.5

92% would recommend to a friend

(1,128 total reviews)

Michael Weening

93% approve of CEO

91% positive business outlook

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4.5

Culture & values

4.5

Diversity & inclusion

4.5

Compensation and benefits

4.4

Work/Life balance

4.3

Senior management

4.3

Career opportunities

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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5.0

Jun 1, 2020

An empowering environment for those who want to lead

Sales leadership

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

A terrific environment where one has the ability to develop their strategy, build the plan and execute it. Calix fosters an openness to challenge thinking, be creative and change the game. If you love to drive change, work in an environment where continuous learning is encouraged and expected and the pace is flat out, this is the place for you.

Cons

Need to have the ability to adapt and pivot as required. Need to embrace change and accept resiliency needed to thrive in that environment.

5.0

Apr 7, 2020

Great company for the tech enthusiast!!!!

Operations

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Fast paced, innovative environment with impressive tech stack Lots of opportunity to work with the latest technologies Great benefits and compensation Work from home environment High performing culture full of drivers Great People!!!

Cons

Startup mentality with lack of process creates unnecessary or avoidable work at times Work / life balance can be challenged if you let it get to you

5.0

Apr 2, 2020

Fast paced, professional, virtual culture

Director, product marketing

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CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Typical hi-tech environment in some ways; fast-paced, constantly evolving. Company is nearly 100% virtual, with my colleagues located all around the world. Strong leadership with great vision. Massive focus on excellence and customer satisfaction; not just talk. Fantastic, talented colleagues.

Cons

Typical hi-tech environment in some ways; fast-paced, constantly evolving.

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