Calix reviews

I've been with Calix for a number of years for several reasons. Primarily, the engineering team is outstanding with a strong sense of ownership and the desire to be the very best. The people work well together cross functionally without the division among teams that I’ve experienced in other companies. The technology is leading edge from optical networks to wireless mesh networks as well as cloud management, analytics and machine learning. The environment is dynamic with a constant eye on what is coming next and what’s needed to adapt and improve to meet the next challenge. This means there are many active projects and new things to work on a regular basis.

Calix has emerged as a very strong player with a unique and defensible business plan after a painful few years of strategic and operational restructuring. Now is a great time to be at Calix. The leadership team is open and honest about the business plan and communicates how the tactical results are aligned to our financial and strategic operational plans. Calix has spent the last couple years retooling our infrastructure and processes to support a largely remote workforce and we continue to evolve these processes. Our leadership sets the strategic direction and lets the team direct and influence the specific projects and tasks to meet this strategy. Individual performers are recognized and given opportunities to grow both their skill sets and scope within the organization -- if they are motivated to do so. Leadership is looking for individuals to help the company "learn" our way forward -- they don't expect individuals to have the exact relevant experience -- which is not possible in many highly volatile markets or technology situations. We have a high percentage of leaders and employees that are smart, willing to listen, and know that they don't know everything. The Employee stock purchase plans and health plans are very generous and competitive. I like the fact that the bonus plans are tied to company performance and individual performance.