Truly Is A Great Place To Work! - Director of Events Calix Employee Review

5.0
Sep 18, 2024
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

I’ve been at Calix for two years now and can honestly say the positive reviews are all very accurate. Like everyone else, I was a little hesitant to believe such glowing reviews but I now feel duty bound to add my voice to the others singing the praise of Calix. I’ve always believed that a positive culture is created top down in any company and this is very true at Calix too. Michael Weening is a passionate advocate of Calix customers, employees, and the entire Broadband Service Industry. The Calix Leadership Team shares the same passion and dedication to quality and integrity. I hope I’m lucky enough to continue my career with Calix for a very long time to come and I encourage you to apply and see for yourself. Who knows, you could be on Glassdoor this time next year writing a very similar post!

Cons

Calix is a VERY collaborative culture. If you aren’t used to every voice being valued and considered, this can honestly be a bit overwhelming. It takes some time to get used to and sometimes slows things down, but proves to be very valuable in the end.

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5.0
Jun 17, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

- Strong focus on employee growth and development opportunities - Supportive culture where people are encouraged to take on new challenges - Excellent perks and benefits - Remote-first model that truly supports flexibility and well-being

Cons

As with many growing companies, pace and priorities can shift quickly at times

5.0
Apr 24, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Calix offers a highly collaborative, customer‑first environment where strong cross‑functional partnerships are genuinely valued. The culture encourages ownership, accountability, and proactive problem‑solving, especially when supporting high‑impact customers and complex initiatives. Leadership is accessible and supportive, and there’s a real emphasis on continuous improvement, process refinement, and professional growth. If you enjoy meaningful work, transparency, and being trusted to make decisions that positively impact both customers and the business, Calix is a great place to build and grow your career.

Cons

As with many fast‑growing, customer‑focused organizations, the pace at Calix can be demanding, particularly during peak periods or when managing complex, cross‑functional initiatives. Processes and tools are continuously evolving, which can occasionally create ambiguity and require adaptability. Aligning across multiple teams and priorities sometimes takes persistence, and success often depends on being proactive, detail‑oriented, and comfortable navigating change. That said, these challenges tend to come with opportunities for visibility, impact, and growth.

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Calix Response
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Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear that you’ve experienced Calix as a collaborative, customer‑first environment with strong cross-functional partnerships and a culture that values ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement. It’s especially meaningful to see recognition of our focus on transparency, professional growth, and empowering employees to make impactful decisions.We also hear your thoughtful feedback on the realities of a fast-growing, evolving organization. As we scale, ensuring clarity amid changing processes, maintaining strong alignment across teams, and supporting sustainable workloads are all critical priorities.Thank you again for your feedback.
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