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.
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
Calix tracks employee tenure, total and voluntary turnover rates, and internal mobility. These metrics support strategic planning, improve employee satisfaction, and strengthen talent acquisition and retention.
- The Calix workforce spans the globe, with employees in Europe, Africa, Australia, and Southeast Asia. Approximately 61 percent of employees reside in North America, 21 percent in India, and 16 percent in China.
- In 2024, average tenure was 4.7 years, up from 4.2 years in 2023.
- The total turnover rate is 12 percent, of which 3 percent is voluntary.
- In 2024, 8 percent of open positions were filled by internal candidates.
Learn more about the Calix team and hear directly from employees on the Careers page.
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Our social impact
Calix is committed to creating a positive social impact by leveraging its resources, expertise, and network to address pressing societal challenges—driven by a belief that business can be a meaningful force for good in the communities where it operates and beyond.
Social impact initiatives in 2024 reflected that commitment.
- Calix organized 54 impactful events, an 80 percent increase from 2023.
- More than 400 donated laptops were repurposed for individuals in need.
- More than 700 hours were donated during Calix's Season of Giving to benefit employee-chosen causes.
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.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to how Calix operates, and the workforce composition reflects that commitment.
- Nearly a third of the Calix workforce is comprised of women, with 6 percent in management positions.
- Early career hires have grown steadily, now representing 28 percent of the workforce, up from 7 percent in 2021.
- Approximately 4 percent of the U.S. workforce is comprised of veterans, reflecting Calix's commitment to supporting those who have served.
- More than 70 percent of employees participate in one or more of the company's 39 Affinity Groups, demonstrating a commitment to belonging and inclusion.
- More than 42 percent of the workforce accessed Unmind in the first quarter of 2024, reflecting Calix's investment in employee mental health and well-being.
Learn more about the Calix team and hear directly from employees on the Careers page.
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.