Calix·Software Engineer

Calix Software Engineer interview experience

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CanadaPosted Oct 2017 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

Early on, I went through a longer phone-based sequence—over about three months—with seven interviews, all kept to a 30-minute format.

Everything stayed very professional and on time, and the conversations initially felt more like structured chats than a high-pressure grilling. I was able to talk through my background and get a real feel for the organization’s goals and what they expected from the role.

After those phone rounds, I was flown out to Petaluma, CA for an on-site interview that lasted roughly four hours. On-site, I met with the same people I’d already spoken with by phone and then a few additional folks, including Talent & Culture. The questions again leaned into my experience and how I thought, and I also went

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