Senior Software Engineer - Senior Software Engineer Calix Employee Review

4.0
Mar 5, 2016
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good environment, free coffee, cola and chance to visit HQ in US (depends on the department). Flexible working time.

Cons

Salary is not attractive, comparing to Huawei with the same level. Relationship between CDC and HQ is subtle. IT is not fancy any more. Future is obscure.

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5.0
Jun 17, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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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

2.0
Jun 24, 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

Decent salary. You'll also quickly gain valuable experience in how not to operate on your next job: a lesson that will serve you well in future roles.

Cons

Old-fashioned work culture where you're expected to execute without question. Excessive overtime work, release cycles are chaotic, and there's little appetite for improving systems or sustainability, it's all about following orders rather than thinking critically.

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