Is Calix a good company to work for?

Calix has an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5, based on over 1,198 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 91% 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 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 (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 113 reviews)); "Great people to work with and good products." ((in 96 reviews)); "I don't feel there's enough I can say about this company and the great leadership." ((in 74 reviews)); "Good work life balance and can work remotely" ((in 50 reviews)); "Work from home and flexible for most." ((in 43 reviews))

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

"Sudden layoffs with little warnings, even for high performers" ((in 16 reviews)); "related initiatives without adequate training, clear guidelines, or proper consideration of security implications." ((in 9 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

(1,132 total reviews)

Michael Weening

94% approve of CEO

91% positive business outlook

Ratings by category

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 1,132 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 22, 2025

Great Culture with awesome people

Cyber risk operations manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

During recruitment they were transparent and didn't feel like they will ghost us. They will take their time in finding the right fit and that makes a huge difference in work culture. I've worked in 7 different companies before but Calix stands out in terms of people first 'Culture'. They walk the talk. I had a new born within weeks of joining and they still offered me 16 weeks of paternity leave with no strings attached. Almost everyone makes you feel like you are welcome, and you are important for the org. Every process seems to be thought out, there is clear structure even for things like training and wellness reimbursement and appreciation. Work has been exciting. My manager is firm on results but hasn't micromanaged. There is clear expectation on performance goals and how it is linked to bonuses. My decisions/ feedback are valued when selecting a product or inputs to future roadmaps.

Cons

I've not experienced anything negative till now.

Calix Response

10mo

Thank you so much for sharing your experience! It’s incredibly rewarding to hear how our people-first culture and thoughtful processes have made a meaningful difference for you. We’re especially glad that you felt supported during such an important life moment and that your contributions are being valued. We’ll keep striving to maintain and grow this culture. We’re grateful to have you on the team!

4.0

Jul 22, 2025

Good Company

Cloud analyst

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

It has a great benefits and work culture

Cons

No cons are there for now

Calix Response

10mo

Thanks for the kind words! We're glad our benefits and culture are hitting the mark. We appreciate you being part of the team.

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.

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