An inclusive and impactful organization
Our culture and social impact strategy
At Calix, our culture is the core driver of our sustainability vision. We foster an inclusive, equitable workplace where employees can grow, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful community impact, strengthening both the organization and the communities we serve.
Sustainabilty, powered by AI
A culture built for AI innovation
At Calix, innovation and human connection go hand in hand. As our people embrace enterprise AI, they are building skills through programs like Learning Tables, the Calix Learning Academy, and “Byte-Sized Brilliance: Show & Tell with AI.” Through the AI@Calix program and companywide governance framework, teams are adopting AI thoughtfully and responsibly.
That culture is already driving results. Teams across the business are integrating AI into everyday work, including supply chain processes. Beyond technology, employees also create impact through the Calix Community Program, our annual Season of Giving, and employee resource groups such as Women of Calix. Together, these efforts help strengthen our communities and contribute to the workplace culture for which Calix is recognized year after year
Our data tells a story
Key pillars for success
Our workforce data provides insights into our team's composition, including employee distribution by location, tenure, and classification.
Our social impact data showcases our dedication to community involvement and philanthropy, including volunteer participation and hours, types of contributions such as food donations, hygiene kits, and other essentials, and the measurable effects of these efforts.
Our data highlights our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion; including metrics such as affinity group numbers, female workforce and management percentages, and global early career hires.
Our team
The Calix workforce spans the globe, with employees in Europe, Africa, Australia, and Southeast Asia. Approximately 60% of employees reside in North America, 24% in India, and 15% in China
In 2025, average tenure was 5 years, up from 4.7 years in 2024
The total turnover rate is 7.9%, of which 4% is voluntary
In 2025, 19% of open positions were filled by internal candidates, up from 8% in 2024
Learn more about the Calix team and hear directly from employees about their experience on the Careers page.
Our social impact
At Calix, we are driven by the belief that business can be a meaningful force for good when we strengthen the communities where we serve and beyond.
Calix is committed to creating a positive social impact by leveraging our resources, expertise and networks to address societal challenges in 4 areas: Connectivity, STEM, Equitable Opportunites, Aid and Response.
Social impact initiatives in 2025 reflected our commitment:
- Calix organized 26 impactful social impact events
- More than 750 devices including laptops, iPads, and vibe boards were repurposed and donated to our partner, HumanIT, for individuals in need
- More than 900 hours were donated by Calix employees to benefit employee-chosen causes
- I feel good about how my company gives back to the community
- 2026: 91%
- 2025: 93%
- 2024: 92%
- 2023: 93%
- 2022: 88%
Our environmental impact
Calix is dedicated to reducing our environmental footprint through raising awareness and engaging in eco-initiatives within the internal Sustainability Affinity Group. Members meet monthly to learn, strategize, and discuss different sustainability-focused themes, strengthening the passionate and innovative Calix green mindset.
Our culture
Calix tracks employee learning and leadership development initiatives alongside comprehensive benefits including paid leave, wellness programs, and other work-life balance resources. These metrics help foster an inclusive workplace, support employee growth, and maintain a healthy, balanced work environment.
We believe diverse perspectives drive stronger collaboration, deeper understanding, and greater innovation. By creating an environment where employees feel connected, valued, and empowered to contribute their unique ideas, we unlock the full potential of our people and our business.
Nearly a third of the Calix workforce is comprised of Women, with 27% in management positions
Approximately 4% of our US workforce is comprised of veterans, reflecting Calix’s commitment to supporting those who have served
92% of employees believe Calix “is a great place to work”
More than 1,200 of our employees participate in one or more of the company’s 42 Affinity Groups, demonstrating a commitment to belonging and inclusion.
More than 45% of the workforce accessed Unmind in the first half of 2026, a 3% increase from 2025, reflecting Calix’s investment in employee mental health and wellbeing.
Continuous improvement
Inclusive and impactful
Our data on workforce dynamics, social impact, and cultural perspectives highlights our commitment to an inclusive and impactful organization. We drive continuous improvement by tracking key metrics like employee distribution, turnover, volunteer hours, community contributions, and diversity. Our mission is to create a supportive environment where team members excel and contribute to meaningful change, prioritizing people, community, and culture.
Recognition
Calix is recognized as one of best places to work
With 110 patents and a relentless focus on CSP innovation, Calix attracts top engineering talent—moving up three spots from the previous year.
Calix ranked 3rd in Comparably’s 2025 list of Best Marketing Teams for large companies based on marketing employee feedback across leadership, teamwork, and career growth.
Calix ranked 12th in Comparably's Best Sales Teams 2025 list for large companies—earning the spot by turning customer goals into results.
For the second year in a row, Calix earns Comparably's Best HR Teams recognition, reflecting its success in attracting, nurturing, and retaining top talent during an extended period of growth.
Calix ranked 13th in Comparably's Best Leadership Teams 2025 list for large companies, based on anonymous employee sentiment ratings from the past year.
Calix ranked 5th in Comparably's Best Companies for Career Growth 2025, based on employee feedback about career advancement and development opportunities.
Comparably recognizes Calix as a best company for diversity in 2025, based on employee feedback about their workplace experiences.
Calix earns Comparably's Best Company for Women award in 2025, based on feedback from female employees about leadership, culture, and their overall workplace experience.
Calix employees underscored that the company has rapid momentum and a bright future, buoyed by high employee confidence.
Calix earned Great Place to Work's Best Workplaces in Technology recognition in Canada, based on employee feedback about opportunities to grow, collaborate, and contribute.
CRN's Women of the Channel recognizes women selected for their expertise, vision, and contributions to their channel organizations and the broader industry.
Fast Company recognizes Calix as one of the Most Innovative Companies of 2025, citing its role in transforming how communications service providers operate and serve their communities.
Calix earns recognition as a Global Top Inspiring Workplace, honored across six key dimensions: culture and purpose, leadership, well-being, inclusion, communication, and experience.
Calix was honored as one of Fast Company's Best Workplaces for Innovators, demonstrating a commitment to capturing great ideas, wherever they originate.
Calix was named a Best Place to Work in 2024 based on surveys with employees about how they feel about their workplace.
Vault recognizes the Calix Internship Program in the Tech & Engineering and Quality of Life categories for its technical learning opportunities and supportive environment.
Glassdoor recognizes Calix on its Best-Led Companies list, with employee reviews highlighting the strong leadership that shapes the company's culture and drives its continued growth.
Looking Ahead
Growing impact together
Calix will deepen the connection between our culture and our sustainability goals by continuing programs that enable employees to grow, give back, and drive positive environmental and social impact. Calix will strengthen efforts that inspire healthier, more connected and resilient communities.