Great place to work - Staff Software Engineer Calix Employee Review

5.0
4 Feb 2024
Recommend
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Pros

Work from home Flexible hours Constantly learning Good team

Cons

My team is in different time zones, and it's very hard to schedule meetings and attend them during off hours.

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Calix Response
2y
Thank you for sharing your experience as an employee at Calix! Our 'work from anywhere' policy has many benefits including work-life balance and flexibility in hours. We do recognize that working across multiple time zones can sometimes pose a challenge. We hope that with our flexibility in the policy, teams are able to schedule times that work for everyone without too much of an impact on personal lives. We hope that your experience continues to be a positive one and encourage you to share any and all feedback with your leader or Talent and Culture Business Partner!

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5.0
17 June 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

5.0
24 Apr 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
1mo
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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