Calix reviews

4.5

92% would recommend to a friend

(1,132 total reviews)
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Michael Weening

94% approve of CEO

92% positive business outlook

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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1K reviews
5.0
Jun 18, 2025

good

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

everthing good for the freshers

Cons

5 round interview for freshers

5.0
Jun 17, 2025
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Company leadership provides great direction and aligns the teams Very clear vision on where the company is going Focus on improvement (better, better, never best) is admirable Company clearly differentiates itself from its competitors The company focuses on taking care of its customers and helping them improve their business models - I love that! Great opportunities for the team to try new things, grow, and develop Benefits are very solid and reasonable Remote work is not only a possibility, it's normal - and we do it very well

Cons

No significant cons, just the normal things that come along with any company.

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Calix Response
11mo
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and encouraging feedback! We're happy to hear your appreciation for our leadership direction, customer-first mindset, and focus on continuous improvement. It's also great to know that you're finding value in the opportunities for growth, our flexible remote work culture, and our benefits. We appreciate your note to senior leadership—continuing to emphasize the vision and drive the mission forward. Thanks again for being part of what makes this company special!
3.0
Jun 17, 2025

Depends on Leadership/Project

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits(Insurance, Cab Services) Hybrid Model

Cons

Lack of Recognition: Despite significant deliverables, there is a noticeable lack of acknowledgment or appreciation from management. Limited Growth Opportunities: The overall growth within the organization is quite slow, with limited visibility into career progression. Unrealistic Expectations: Leadership tends to set false hopes, creating expectations that are rarely aligned with the actual outcomes or organizational direction. Lack of Decision Stability: Frequent changes in decisions lead to confusion and inefficiency, affecting project momentum and team morale. Heavy Dependence on Manager/Projects: Growth and recognition are entirely dependent on the assigned manager and projects, leading to inconsistent employee experiences. Pressure to Work on AI Without Support: Employees are expected to work on AI-related initiatives without adequate training, clear guidelines, or proper consideration of security implications. This creates unnecessary pressure and potential risk.

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Calix Response
11mo
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience as an employee at Calix! We're glad to hear you found value in our benefits and hybrid work model—those are important foundations that we aim to strengthen across the organization. We also want to acknowledge the concerns you've raised. Recognition, career development, and clear communication are crucial to our employee experience. We're always working to improve transparency and consistency in our growth frameworks, decision-making, and review processes. Your feedback about our AI initiatives is especially valuable as it is top of mind for many, both inside and outside of professional lives. To better equip our employees, we have started a monthly 'AI in Action' series to help further their knowledge of AI and it's impact on everyday work. Please reach out to your leader or Talent and Culture Business Partner to see how you can enroll in this series. We appreciate your thoughtful feedback. Every insight helps us reflect, improve, and build a stronger, more inclusive workplace. Thank you again for helping us grow!
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