Is Extreme Networks a good company to work for?

Extreme Networks has an overall rating of 3.8 out of 5, based on over 1,186 reviews left anonymously by employees. This rating has decreased by 2% over the last 12 months. 70% of employees would recommend working at Extreme Networks to a friend and 63% have a positive outlook for the business. The best reviews about Extreme Networks have been left by employees working as Systems Engineer , Director and Senior Manager .

Does Extreme Networks pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Extreme Networks employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.5 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Extreme Networks. This rating has decreased by 5% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Extreme Networks?

70% of Extreme Networks employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Extreme Networks 3.9 out of 5 for work life balance, 3.8 for culture and values and 3.5 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Extreme Networks?

Senior Software Engineer (43) , Software Engineer (31) , Sales (25) , Account Executive (23) , Systems Engineer (17) , Technical Support Engineer (17) , Director (15) , Principal Software Engineer (15) , Senior Account Executive (13) , Senior Manager (13) , Associate Software Engineer (12) , Engineer (12) , Staff Software Engineer (12) , Program Manager (11) , Manager (10)

What are the pros of working at Extreme Networks according to real employee reviews?

"good work life balance was there" ((in 87 reviews)); "Great people in the engineering team with many years of experience and a wealth of knowledge." ((in 87 reviews)); "Good Work Culture and process" ((in 27 reviews)); "Good pay (at least for me)" ((in 27 reviews)); "Friendly colleagues and helpful." ((in 27 reviews))

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

"2) Management is bad." ((in 56 reviews)); "1.) Layoffs and Reorganizations were frequent." ((in 47 reviews)); "Some managers have no technical knowledge." ((in 21 reviews)); "Constant new upper management." ((in 20 reviews))

What are employees saying about Extreme Networks layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Extreme Networks layoffs and their outlook for job security at Extreme Networks in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Extreme Networks locations?

Salem , San Jose , Raleigh , Santa Clara , Morrisville , Boston , Research Triangle Park , New York , Washington , Dallas , Atlanta , Chicago , Salem , Houston , Minneapolis , San Diego , Tampa , Herndon , Durham , Knoxville , Los Angeles , Newark , Montgomery , Western Springs , Saint Louis , Mexico , Milwaukee , Portland , Louisville , Cary

Extreme Networks reviews

3.8

70% would recommend to a friend

(1,084 total reviews)

Ed Meyercord

77% approve of CEO

63% positive business outlook

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Extreme Networks has an employee rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars, based on 1,084 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Extreme Networks employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Information Technology industry (3.9 stars).

Reviews by job title

1K reviews

5.0

Feb 22, 2023

Flexible Company in Growth Mode

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

+ Friendly & knowledgeable co-workers + Remote work positions + Medium-sized company with more opportunity to chart your own path + Large growth potential + Differentiated technology & product portfolio

Cons

- Not a "new age" cool company - No huge perks & benefits

Extreme Networks Response

3y

Thank you for reviewing us on Glassdoor. We are invested in continuously improving our processes and enabling a fulfilling career for our employees is one of our top priorities, it would be good for you to meet your line leadership to understand our 'go-to' market strategy better and additionally get in touch with your HRBP to get more clarity on what all we are doing as an organization to make it the best place to be.

4.0

Feb 21, 2023

Manager at Extreme Networks

Manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Career growth opportunities: Extreme Networks values the professional development of its employees and provides opportunities for growth and advancement. The company has a culture of promoting from within and provides resources and training for employees to enhance their skills. Innovative work: As a company at the forefront of software-driven networking solutions, employees work on cutting-edge technology and innovative projects that can help shape the future of networking. Diversity and inclusion: Extreme Networks is committed to diversity and inclusion and seeks to create a welcoming and inclusive work environment for all employees. The company values its employees' unique perspectives and experiences and encourages them to bring their whole selves to work. Competitive compensation and benefits: Extreme Networks offers competitive compensation packages and benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks. Strong company culture: Extreme Networks places a strong emphasis on its core values, which include collaboration, innovation, and a customer-first mentality. Employees are encouraged to work together and take pride in their contributions to the company's success. Flexibility: Extreme Networks offers flexible work arrangements, with options for remote work and flexible scheduling.

Cons

Work-life balance: Sometimes the work-life balance can be a challenge at Extreme Networks, with extended hours and a high-pressure work environment. Management: Sometimes management fails to provide communication, decision-making, and lack of support to individuals. Company culture: Sometimes the company culture can be competitive and not very collaborative, creating a tense work environment. Limited growth opportunities: Sometimes there may be limited growth opportunities within the company, particularly for those not in management roles. Compensation: Sometimes, compensation may not be competitive with other companies in the industry, which can make it challenging to attract and retain top talent.

Extreme Networks Response

3y

Thank you for your detailed review on Glassdoor. Your inputs on how we could make Extreme a better place is invaluable and we really appreciate it. All our policies and processes are constantly reviewed and your inputs will definitely aid this process.

5.0

Feb 15, 2023

Great Company

Program manager

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Transparent and you feel like you're apart of the solution

Cons

none at this time I can think of

Extreme Networks Response

3y

We are delighted to see you having a great time at Extreme. Thank you for your review. Your comments reassure us that we are on the right path to continued success and growth.

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