Is Calix a good company to work for?

Calix has an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on over 1,200 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has been stable over the past 12 months. 92% of employees would recommend working at Calix to a friend and 92% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Calix have been left by employees working as Senior Solutions Engineer , Customer Success Manager and Customer Operations Representative .

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 2% 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 4.5 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 (33) , 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 125 reviews)); "Great people to work with and good products." ((in 92 reviews)); "I don't feel there's enough I can say about this company and the great leadership." ((in 80 reviews)); "Good work life balance and can work remotely" ((in 51 reviews)); "Flexible, work from home, Innovative" ((in 40 reviews))

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

"Layoffs, layoffs, layoffs." ((in 16 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.

What are the top reviewed Calix locations?

San Jose , Petaluma , Dallas , Minneapolis , Denver , Richardson , San Francisco , Boston , Chicago , New York , Phoenix , Nashville , Atlanta , Salt Lake City , Los Angeles , Richmond , Washington , Cary , Raleigh , Norwich , San Diego , Santa Barbara , Seattle , Eugene , Plymouth , Kansas City , Saint Louis , Charlotte , Austin , Plano

Calix reviews

4.5

92% would recommend to a friend

(1,134 total reviews)

Michael Weening

94% approve of CEO

92% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

4.5

Culture & values

4.5

Diversity & inclusion

4.5

Work/Life balance

4.5

Compensation and benefits

4.3

Senior management

4.3

Career opportunities

Calix has an employee rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, based on 1,134 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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Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Jul 20, 2025

Overall

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Calix has been a great place to grow both personally and professionally. The hybrid work model gives me the flexibility I need, and the cab facility makes commuting hassle-free. I really appreciate the free meals at the office it’s a small thing that makes a big difference in the day. The health insurance is comprehensive and even covers family members, which shows how much the company values our well-being. There’s also a strong focus on mental wellness and continuous learning, which I’ve found really motivating.

Cons

I don't see any as of now.

Calix Response

10mo

It's wonderful to know our policies and culture have positively impacted your experience here at Calix! We truly believe that flexibility, our wellness initiatives, and a supportive environment are crucial, and its great to hear how they have helped you thrive both personally and professionally. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’ll keep working to uphold the values that make Calix a great place to grow.

5.0

Jul 14, 2025

Great Remote Culture with Room for Growth

Senior data engineer

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

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

Calix Response

10mo

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.

5.0

Jul 4, 2025

Great company and getting better

Sales

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

- Strong executive vision - Strong value proposition to offer customers - Solid platform and products to back our claims to customers - Very good overall compensation and benefits

Cons

Cult of leadership personality can occasionally deter people from speaking up and risk appearing out of line.

Calix Response

10mo

It’s great to see your recognition of our executive vision, customer value, and product strength; those are pillars we’re proud to build on. Your point about leadership dynamics is important, and we appreciate your honesty in sharing it. Creating space for open dialogue across all levels is something we’re committed to reinforcing as we grow. We encourage you to continue to provide your feedback by using the 'Speak Up Spot' on Our Calix, or having a conversation with your Talent and Culture Business Partner or leader. Thanks for contributing to the culture and success here at Calix.

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